The Metaverse Podcast Outlier Ventures

In this episode of the Metaverse Podcast, our host Jamie Burke welcomes Leonard Dorlöchter, Co-Founder at peaq.
 
peaq is the home of DePIN (Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks), enabling builders to build DePINs for mobility, connectivity, energy, and more.
 
If you're interested in any of these topics, tune in!
 
Decentralized infrastructure for IoT
Leo's founder journey
Challenges fundraising for blockchain
Evolution of blockchain adoption
German industrial blockchain adoption
peaq's technology stack
Decentralized backend for machines
AI agents for data verification
peaq's network launch and growth
DePIN Base Camp accelerator program
If you're a founder transforming the platform economy, apply to our DePIN Base Camp accelerator program.
#DePIN #IoT #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
Questions?
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In this episode of the Metaverse Podcast, our host Jamie Burke welcomes Fraser Edwards, Co-Founder and CEO at Cheqd.
 
Cheqd is building the payment infrastructure and the trust layer that enables the creation of marketplaces for Trusted Data.
 
> Can digital identities be truly self-sovereign?
 
If you're interested in any of these topics, tune in!
 
Fraser's background
Cheqd's mission statement
Self-sovereign identity
Deep fakes and trust
Biometrics databases dangers
Diffuse social signals
AI training data bias
Artisanal AI content value
Decentralized identity management
Reputation systems importance
Agent based systems promise
Hyper personalization potential
Commercial participation drivers
Regulation shaping conditions
Digital identity wallets
EU ID initiative impact
Cheqd's roadmap
Partnering for solutions
Proof of personhood integration
 
#AI #data #identity

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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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In this episode of the Metaverse Podcast, Jamie dives deep into the world of DeFi with Brian Fu, co-founder of zkLend, next generation lending protocol built on Starknet leveraging zk-rollup technology.
 
Tune in to:
Learn about the innovative approach of zkLend in combining scalability, speed, and security within the DeFi space.
Gain insights into Brian's journey from traditional finance to becoming an early pioneer in ZK technology.
Understand the significance of Layer 2 solutions like Starknet in addressing Ethereum's scalability challenges.
Explore zkLend’s commitment to sustainable growth and modular lending solutions while navigating the complexities of innovation.
Discover the potential for institutional adoption in DeFi driven by the need for capital efficiency and improved payment rails.
Delve into the excitement surrounding ZK technology for its scalability and privacy-enhancing capabilities, especially in managing data availability for larger transaction volumes and institutional use cases.
#zk #defi

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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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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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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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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
Questions?
Join our community:
Twitter - https://ov.click/pddssotwq122LinkedIn - https://ov.click/pddssoliq122
For further Open Metaverse content:
Listen to The Metaverse Podcast - https://ov.click/pddsmcq122Check out our portfolio - https://ov.click/pddspfq122
Thanks for listening!

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.
 
#AI #computing #data
 
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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/pddssotwq122LinkedIn - https://ov.click/pddssoliq122
For further Open Metaverse content:
Listen to The Metaverse Podcast - https://ov.click/pddsmcq122Check out our portfolio - https://ov.click/pddspfq122
Thanks for listening!