Crypto Backstage

Alizee sits down with Pete Townsend, Managing Director at Techstars, for an exclusive look inside their red-hot Web3 Accelerator program! In this info-packed video, you'll learn: - How Techstars finds and selects the BEST Web3 teams (think: killer team, massive market, traction & a product that wows) - Mentor Madness revealed: Get matched with 50+ Web3 experts for INSANE mentorship - Fundraising made easy - Master your pitch & connect with the right investors - Global Web3 - How Techstars helps founders worldwide dominate the space - Plus: Pete's journey from traditional finance to blockchain guru Don't miss out! #web3 #accelerator #techstars #blockchain #crypto #startup #mentorship #funding ✅Follow me on LinkedIn ►https://www.linkedin.com/in/alizeecarli/ ►https://www.linkedin.com/company/crypto-backstage/ // IMPORTANT This podcast is NOT sponsored. If you enjoyed the podcast and would like to help me grow the channel 🙏, here's how : 1️⃣ Subscribe to the podcast 2️⃣Give it a 5 star review It takes less than 10 seconds! Thank you 21 times 🫡

In this insighful episode, I welcome Sandy Carter, the COO of Unstoppable Domain. Together, we discuss the concept of Web3 domains and the importance of owning your data on the internet. Sandy explains that Web3 domains are digital identities that live on the blockchain, providing programmability and security. Unlike Web2 domains, Web3 domains give users ownership and control over their data. Sandy highlights various use cases for Web3 domains, such as proving qualifications, earning rewards, and supporting causes She explains the process of selling and trading domain names on marketplaces like Magic Eden and OpenSea. Sandy discusses the target market for Unstoppable Domains, which includes both Web3 communities and larger brands looking to engage with niche communities. She shares her strategic vision for Unstoppable Domains, including the tokenization of Web2 domains and the popularity of branded top-level domains. Together, we explore the intersection of fashion, music, and the metaverse, highlighting the value of digital assets and customization. Enjoy watching!

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Join me for an engaging discussion with Kevin de Patoul, the CEO and co-founder of Keyrock, as he shares his inspiring journey from consulting to entrepreneurship, culminating in the establishment of Keyrock. Discover how market makers, like Keyrock, are pivotal in providing liquidity to digital assets, effectively bridging the gap between buyers and sellers. Learn about the transformative potential of tokenization in revolutionizing the financial industry, making assets more tradable and liquid. Kevin also sheds light on Keyrock's active participation in the tokenized asset coalition and their innovative accelerator program. Furthermore, he discusses the recent launch of Keyrock's options desk and outlines their ambitious plans for the future. Key takeaways from our conversation: - Market makers are instrumental in maintaining liquidity and stability in the digital asset market. - Tokenization represents a paradigm shift in finance, offering increased tradability and liquidity for assets. - The future of finance is likely to embrace a hybrid model of centralized and decentralized systems, empowering users with greater control over their assets. - Keyrock's accelerator program and options desk underscore their commitment to fostering innovation and meeting the evolving needs of the market. 🎙️ Access the episode in video podcast format: ►https://linktr.ee/cryptobackstage ✅Follow me on LinkedIn ►https://www.linkedin.com/in/alizeecarli/ // IMPORTANT This content is NOT sponsored. If you enjoyed it and would like to help me grow the channel 🙏, here's how : 1️⃣ Subscribe to CryptoBackstage 2️⃣ Rate the podcast with 5 stars It takes less than 10 seconds! Thank you 21 times 🫡

In this thought-provoking dialogue, I engage with Lily Liu, President of the Solana Foundation, as we delve into the realm of Web3. Lily shares her journey into the world of crypto and her interest in Solana. She initially had reservations about Bitcoin and crypto but became hooked after reading the white paper. She was drawn to the decentralized governance and innovation possibilities of blockchain technology. When she started using Solana, she was impressed by its speed and responsiveness, which reminded her of the user experience in Web 2.0. She believes that high performance is a core improvement in blockchain and not just another feature. Solana attracted talented developers from the finance and DevOps backgrounds, creating a strong developer community. The conversation with Lily Liu focuses on the role of foundations in the crypto industry and the importance of building a robust community and ecosystem. Initially, people are attracted to crypto because of the financial incentives it offers. However, developers and participants in the industry are ultimately here to make a living. The foundation's role is to support the health of the network, foster a healthy developer ecosystem, and provide public goods and infrastructure. The goal is to enable 10x products and experiences to be built on blockchain. To achieve this, the foundation must attract the best talent and capital and focus on the things that only the foundation can do. One theme is the importance of improving the developer experience in order to support the growth of the Solana ecosystem. This includes bringing DevTooling to parity with other ecosystems and introducing additional development frameworks. Another theme is the impact of the FTX incident on Solana, which caused significant losses for projects within the ecosystem. The conversation also touches on the importance of attracting talent and capital in both bear and bull markets, with different strategies for each. Additionally, the discussion highlighted the role of airdrops and the need for organic economic activity in the crypto space. Finally, there is a focus on the future of finance on Solana, particularly in the areas of stablecoins, payments, and settlement-based DeFi. ✅Follow me on LinkedIn ►https://www.linkedin.com/in/alizeecarli/ ►https://www.linkedin.com/company/cryp... 👋 Get in touch with me ► cryptocoulisses@gmail.com