The Outlier Ventures Podcast

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The Future of Digital Ownership, with Ian Rogers of Ledger Mar 25, 2024

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In this episode of the Metaverse Podcast, our host Jamie Burke welcomes Ian Rogers, Chief Experience Officer and board member at Ledger, a leading provider of cryptocurrency security solutions. Embarking on a journey that predates the web, Ian Rogers has held positions such as CEO of Beats Music and Chief Digital Officer at LVMH, among others (Yahoo, Apple, Lyst, Dr. Martnes, etc.). Ian delves into various aspects of Web3 technology, digital ownership, and the intersection of AI and blockchain and much more. Tune in to:

Gain insights into value capture dynamics in digital ownership and the Web3 space.
Understand the importance of self-custody and decentralization in blockchain technology.
Explore cautious optimism surrounding crypto's potential for wealth redistribution.
Learn about the significance of ownership in the context of blockchain protocols and internet fundamentals.
Discover the current state of crypto adoption and the challenges of securely managing digital assets.
Reflect on the implications of self-custody for identity and asset ownership.
Consider the implications of the battle between state and user sovereignty in the financial landscape.
Understand the historical precedents when forecasting the future of finance.

Mentioned books:

> Broken Money by Lyn Alden - About the history of value and money and why Bitcoin is a perfect form of money.

> World War 3.0 by Ken Auletta - A history of the late 1990s tech industry through the lens of companies like AOL, Microsoft, and Cisco.

> The Quest by Daniel Yergin - About the history of energy on the planet.

> The End of the World is Just the Beginning by Peter Zeihan - A book by someone who is skeptical of Bitcoin that offers clues about the unique time in history.

#bitcoin #ledger #ownership #web ------

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AI-Powered Incentive Design for Web3, with Ketan Jog of Absinthe Labs Mar 18, 2024

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In this episode of the Metaverse Podcast, we dive into a captivating conversation with Ketan Jog, Co-founder & CEO at Absinthe Labs, an AI company shaping the future of incentive distribution in Web3 through their innovative "Points as a Service" approach.
Tune in to:

Explore Absinthe Labs’ journey as they transition from their initial focus on sybil and bot detection to their current venture in AI-powered incentive distribution.
Gain insights into the challenges and solutions surrounding incentive distribution in the digital space.
Delve into the concept of the participation economy and its implications for reshaping digital engagement and security, emphasizing the evolving roles of consumers and creators in generating value.
Discover the pivotal role of AI in optimizing incentive design in Web3 networks, as Ketan discusses the potential for AI agents to streamline complex decision-making processes and enhance user experience.
Gain perspectives on the broader implications of incentive design in Web3, including the role of identity verification, proof of personhood, and the potential for tokenized systems to redefine value exchange.

Stay tuned for exciting developments from Absinthe Labs, with Ketan hinting at significant news on the horizon in the upcoming quarters.

If you are a founder building AI's trust layer, make sure to apply to our AI x Crypto Base Camp accelerator program.

We believe it is time to get serious about building out the AI x Crypto vertical.

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Whether you’re a founder, investor, developer, or just have an interest in the future of the Open Metaverse, we invite you to hear from the people supporting its growth.

Outlier Ventures is the Open Metaverse accelerator, helping over 100 Web3 startups a year. You can apply for startup funding here - https://ov.click/pddsbcq122

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Decentralized Computing for AI, with Charles Cao of Swan Chain Mar 11, 2024

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In this episode of The Metaverse Podcast, host Jamie Burke sits down with Charles Cao, Co-founder of Swan Chain, an Ethereum layer 2 AI computing blockchain. With 8 years of dedication and a $10 million investment in decentralized cloud computing and blockchain technology, Charles is now a staunch advocate for decentralized infrastructure networks.
Diving deep into the realm of decentralized computing, we uncover its potential to reshape the landscape of Web3 and beyond. Tune in to:

Explore Charles' entrepreneurial journey, uncovering the challenges and breakthroughs encountered while building a decentralized compute and data platform.
Delve into the importance of decentralization and governance in layer 2 solutions, navigating the delicate balance between autonomy and governance issues.
Uncover the economics of decentralized computing, revealing its cost-effectiveness and disruptive potential compared to traditional cloud solutions.
Discuss the hurdles faced by startups in the decentralized data market, and strategies for success in navigating the complex landscape.
Dive into the success of the platform's testnet, examining impressive statistics and laying out plans for the imminent mainnet launch.
Unpack the intricacies of token design and the burgeoning opportunities for DeFi products within decentralized compute and storage networks.

If you are a founder building AI's trust layer, make sure to apply to our AI x Crypto Base Camp accelerator program.

We believe it is time to get serious about building out the AI x Crypto vertical.

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Whether you’re a founder, investor, developer, or just have an interest in the future of the Open Metaverse, we invite you to hear from the people supporting its growth.

Outlier Ventures is the Open Metaverse accelerator, helping over 100 Web3 startups a year. You can apply for startup funding here - https://ov.click/pddsbcq122

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Building the Financial Stack for Web3 Collaboration, with Adrien Stern of Reveel (R3vl) Mar 04, 2024

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In this episode of the Metaverse Podcast, we welcome Adrien Stern, co-founder and CEO of Reveel (R3vl), pioneering a new social payments layer on top of existing wallets and fixing the fragmentation problem. This conversation explores the intersection of technology, business, and entertainment, highlighting the role of AI and blockchain in shaping the future of collaboration and content creation.
Tune into:

Learn about Reveel's mission as a payout infrastructure for the collaborative economy, focusing on transparency and efficiency in payment distribution.
Gain insight on Adrien's entrepreneurial journey, from his background in music to founding Reveel, and the inspiration behind his venture.
Understand the concept of the participation economy, emphasizing the evolving role of consumers and creators in generating value.
Learn about how technologies like AI and blockchain are driving collaboration and innovation in content creation and distribution.
Discover Reveel's approach to user experience, focusing on simplicity and accessibility to mainstream users

#AI #collaborationeconomy #creatoreconomy #blockchain

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Whether you’re a founder, investor, developer, or just have an interest in the future of the Open Metaverse, we invite you to hear from the people supporting its growth.

Outlier Ventures is the Open Metaverse accelerator, helping over 100 Web3 startups a year. You can apply for startup funding here - https://ov.click/pddsbcq122

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Beyond the Hype of Real World Assets, with Katie Lundie of Outlier Ventures Feb 26, 2024

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In today's episode of The Metaverse Podcast, - Jasper De Maere, Research Lead at Outlier Ventures and - Katie Lundie, RWA Base Camp Program Manager discuss the transformative potential of tokenizing real-world assets. They emphasize the importance of updating legacy technology and explore the efficiency gains that can be achieved through asset tokenization. Tune into to:

Understand the industry impact and how tokenizing real-world assets can revolutionize traditional industries like art auctions, enhancing efficiency and accessibility.
Discover how regulatory acceptance and certainty of asset tokenization are increasing, creating a conducive environment for asset tokenization.
Learn the progress in technical infrastructure supporting asset tokenization and how the availability of tools and platforms support seamless transfer of real-world assets onto blockchain networks.
Get insight into how Outlier Ventures offers a dedicated program for real-world asset tokenization, providing mentorship and networking opportunities for founders.
Learn what founders can expect from the accelerator program and what is encouraged for innovators to capitalize on the potential of tokenization.

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Whether you’re a founder, investor, developer, or just have an interest in the future of the Open Metaverse, we invite you to hear from the people supporting its growth.

Outlier Ventures is the Open Metaverse accelerator, helping over 100 Web3 startups a year. You can apply for startup funding here - https://ov.click/pddsbcq122

Questions?

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Addressing Web3 decentralization through AI with Ruth Galvin Feb 19, 2024

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In this special edition episode of the Metaverse Podcast, we welcome Ruth Galvin, the Program Manager for the upcoming AI X Crypto Base Camp program. Ruth speaks with Jasper De Maere, Research Lead, to discuss the newly launched program and the limitless potential that AI and Crypto can realise together.

Tune in to:

Understand the significance of the convergence of AI and crypto technologies
Explore the potential of combining AI and blockchain to address structural issues such as misinformation and data privacy.
Discover the types of projects Outlier Ventures is looking for, including those focused on decentralizing resources, AI agents, cryptographically enhanced AI, and AI with 3D augmentation
Learn about the opportunities for founders in this space and how they can join the program

Apply here.

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Whether you’re a founder, investor, developer, or just have an interest in the future of the Open Metaverse, we invite you to hear from the people supporting its growth.

Outlier Ventures is the Open Metaverse accelerator, helping over 100 Web3 startups a year. You can apply for startup funding here - https://ov.click/pddsbcq122

Questions?

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Founder Insights on Web3 Gaming, with Tobias Batton of Ex Populus Feb 12, 2024

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In this episode of the Metaverse Podcast, we welcome Tobias Batton, founder and CEO of Ex Populus, the first Web3 games developer to contribute to Xai. Tobias is known for his Signal Zero publishing platform which drove nearly 1 billion installs for mobile games from companies like MZ, Supercell, and many others.
Tune in to:

- Learn about the gaming industry trends and Tobias' experience building multiple gaming startups over 20+ years
- Understand the challenges of deploying blockchain games and how Ex Populus worked to solve them through technologies like layer 3 scaling
- Discover how the XAI network testnet saw massive adoption through reduced friction and account abstraction
- Get an overview of the partnerships, games, and deal flow for the XAI ecosystem post-mainnet launch
- Gain advice for founders on bootstrapping effectively, focusing on customers over VCs, and achieving consistent success

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Whether you’re a founder, investor, developer, or just have an interest in the future of the Open Metaverse, we invite you to hear from the people supporting its growth.

Outlier Ventures is the Open Metaverse accelerator, helping over 100 Web3 startups a year. You can apply for startup funding here - https://ov.click/pddsbcq122

Questions?

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Bringing the Physical World On Chain, with Outlier Ventures Feb 05, 2024

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In this special edition episode of the Metaverse Podcast, we welcome three Outliers:

- Katie Lundie, Program Manager RWA Base Camp

- Jasper de Maere, Research Lead

- Dimi Chatzianagnostou, Head of Investments and Cryptoeconomics

to dive into the details of our newly launched RWA Base Camp accelerator program.

Tune in to:

Find out how we support founders building infrastructure and applications to advance tokenized Real World Assets
Learn how startups building in this space can join the program
Explore the reasons Outlier Ventures sees tokenization of Real World Assets as a major opportunity to bring the benefits of blockchain like transparency and immutability to physical assets
Discover what projects we are looking for, such as startups focused on financialization of assets, infrastructure, intangible assets, and physical assets

For more details and to apply, click here.

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Whether you’re a founder, investor, developer, or just have an interest in the future of the Open Metaverse, we invite you to hear from the people supporting its growth.

Outlier Ventures is the Open Metaverse accelerator, helping over 100 Web3 startups a year. You can apply for startup funding here - https://ov.click/pddsbcq122

Questions?

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Autonomous Economic Agents in Web3, with Humayun Sheikh of Fetch.ai Jan 29, 2024

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Today, we're excited to revisit our most popular episode from the past year, one that resonated deeply with our listeners.

In this special re-airing, join us as we dive into a fascinating conversation with Humayun Sheikh, the visionary co-founder of Fetch.ai. Fetch.ai is at the forefront of integrating automation and AI capabilities into peer-to-peer applications, with a keen focus on harnessing the power of blockchain technology.

If you're an AI pioneer, investor, or enthusiast, this episode is a must-listen. Don't miss out on the conversation:

Discover how decentralized Web3 infrastructure can facilitate value exchange with existing Web2 infrastructure;
Delve into the concepts of autonomous economic agents that can interact and form marketplaces to complete tasks on behalf of users.
Learn about the benefits of the open economic framework;
Explore the power of task automation;
Find out why sovereign agents might be the future of virtual assistants, as opposed to current limitations with products like Alexa.

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Whether you’re a founder, investor, developer, or just have an interest in the future of the Open Metaverse, we invite you to hear from the people supporting its growth.

Outlier Ventures is the Open Metaverse accelerator, helping over 100 Web3 startups a year. You can apply for startup funding here - https://ov.click/pddsbcq122

Questions?
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Web3 is Changing the Game for Consumer Brands, with Marc Baumann of FiftyOne Ventures Jan 22, 2024

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In this episode of The Metaverse Podcast, Marc Baumann, Founder of FiftyOne Ventures joins our host Jamie Burke to delve into the the dynamic landscape of consumer brands in the Web3 space. Tune in to:

Explore how leading global brands are actively embracing the Web3 space, experimenting with technologies and recognizing the potential for enhanced consumer engagement.
Explore the four main Web3 consumer brand verticals: tokenization/NFTs, loyalty/rewards, community/immersive commerce, and data/analytics and learn how brands are venturing into these areas to create innovative and meaningful experiences.
Discover how brands are using NFT-based loyalty experiences to engage their core customer base, unlocking perks and paving the way for future activations.
Learn about the rise of community-led brands, where NFT-based communities actively contribute to brand building, fostering loyalty, advocacy, and product development and cultural impact.
Understand the challenge of on-chain data transparency in Web3. Explore how brands navigate this issue, focusing on potential solutions and privacy-centric approaches.
Explore macro trends like omni-channel experiences, gamification, and improved infrastructure, shaping the future of brand activations in the Web3 space.

Tune in to gain valuable insights into the evolving world of Web3 branding and discover the potential for transformative economic growth, wealth generation, and shifts in consumer engagement.

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Whether you’re a founder, investor, developer, or just have an interest in the future of the Open Metaverse, we invite you to hear from the people supporting its growth.

Outlier Ventures is the Open Metaverse accelerator, helping over 100 Web3 startups a year. You can apply for startup funding here - https://ov.click/pddsbcq122

Questions?

Join our community:

Twitter - https://ov.click/pddssotwq122
LinkedIn - https://ov.click/pddssoliq122

For further Open Metaverse content:

Listen to The Metaverse Podcast - https://ov.click/pddsmcq122
Check out our portfolio - https://ov.click/pddspfq122

Thanks for listening!