Web3 with Sam Kamani

Sam Kamani

"Web 3.0 with Sam Kamani" is all about Web 3 and how it is going to change the world. If you are interested in learning more about the 4th Industrial revolution then this podcast is for you. Web 3.0 or Web 3 is often hailed as the technology that will usher in the 4th industrial revolution. This revolution is going to affect every industry, business, government and person on this planet. Web 3.0 is a collection of technologies that are going to change how we collaborate with each other and interact with our environment. Let's uncover the opportunities and risks of the new version of Web.

  1. 365: How Augur Protocol Is Bringing Truly Decentralized Prediction Markets Back

    3 DAYS AGO

    365: How Augur Protocol Is Bringing Truly Decentralized Prediction Markets Back

    In this episode, I speak with Phil from Augur about why prediction markets still matter and why decentralization in crypto still matters even more. We unpack Augur’s long history as one of the earliest projects in crypto, why it lost momentum during high-fee Ethereum days, and why the team believes now is the right time to return. Phil explains how Augur is rebuilding around a modular oracle, how prediction market resolution really works, and why security at the oracle layer is the real game. We also dive into Augur’s new white paper, the idea of making truth profitable, and how their escalation game and algorithmic fork are designed to make manipulation expensive. This is a deep but important conversation for anyone building in Web3, following prediction markets, or thinking about the future of decentralized infrastructure. Key points 00:01:00 — Augur’s early historyAugus explains that Augur was one of the earliest crypto projects, the first ICO, and the first ERC20 token. He also shares how it helped bring prediction markets and decentralized oracles into crypto. 00:02:00 — Why Augur lost momentumAugus talks about how DeFi summer and high Ethereum L1 gas fees made Augur harder to use, especially for smaller wagers. 00:03:30 — What crypto got wrong about decentralizationWe discuss how many projects promised to decentralize later, but often never followed through. Augus explains why Augur’s original design stood apart. 00:04:30 — The revival of AugurAugus explains how leftover treasury funds were used to restart development and how the new foundation was formed in 2025 to continue Augur’s mission. 00:06:30 — What prediction market users are really betting onAugus explains that users are not only betting on an outcome. They are also trusting how that outcome will be resolved. 00:08:30 — Why resolution design mattersWe break down why trusting a multisig or centralized team becomes risky when prediction markets get large. 00:09:30 — Augur’s oracle designAugus explains that Augur’s core innovation is a decentralized oracle that allows open participation in market resolution. 00:12:00 — Making truth profitableAugus explains Augur’s core design principle: align incentives so honest participants make money by supporting the truth. 00:15:30 — The limit of escalation gamesAugus explains that escalation alone is not enough because a very large attacker could still outspend everyone else. 00:16:00 — Augur’s algorithmic forkAugus introduces Augur’s key innovation: an algorithmic fork that forces dishonest attackers into the wrong universe. 00:17:00 — How the fork works in practiceAugus explains how REP holders migrate into the universe they believe will retain economic value, which pushes honest users toward the truthful outcome. 00:19:30 — How attackers lose moneyWe discuss how attackers may win a specific market but still lose overall because their tokens become worthless in the false universe. 00:21:15 — How Augur makes moneySam asks about the business model, and Augus explains that Augur is not run for profit. Fees stay inside the protocol to pay for research and participation. 00:24:00 — The next 12 months for AugurAugus shares that Augur is separating the oracle from the prediction market front end and focusing on oracle-as-a-service. 00:26:00 — What Augur is looking forAugus says they are not fundraising. Instead, they want strong developers, aligned talent, and partnerships with prediction market platforms. Connect with Augur https://augur.net/ https://augur.net/blog/the-augur-lituus-whitepaper/ https://x.com/AugurProject Disclaimer Nothing mentioned in this podcast is investment advice and please do your own research. It would mean a lot if you can leave a review of this podcast on ApplePodcasts or Spotify and share this podcast with a friend. Be a guest on the podcast or contact us - https://www.web3pod.xyz/

    29 min
  2. 364: Why Human Identity Will Matter More as AI Takes Over with Guest speaker Shady El Damaty from Human.tech

    5 DAYS AGO

    364: Why Human Identity Will Matter More as AI Takes Over with Guest speaker Shady El Damaty from Human.tech

    I sat down with Shady from HUMAN.TECH during Consensus Week in Hong Kong. We talked about how he entered Web3 through neuroscience, why HUMAN.TECH is focused on putting humans at the center of technology, and what digital rights should look like in an AI-driven world. This episode goes deep into self custody, decentralized identity, wallet infrastructure, sustainable token economies, and why timing matters so much when building in Web3. We also explored what it takes to build products that last. Shady shared how HUMAN.TECH thinks about revenue, long-term incentives, and real utility beyond hype. We also discussed AI agents, identity delegation, and why founders need to answer one simple question: why does what they are building actually matter for the world? Key points Intro from Consensus Week in Hong Kong and welcome to Shady from HUMAN.TECH How Shady entered Web3 through a neuroscience data-sharing problem Discovering IPFS and the path into decentralization Why Holonym evolved and how HUMAN.TECH was born Building technology with digital rights embedded by design Why sustainability is still one of Web3’s biggest problems The gap between crypto hype and real-world utility How HUMAN.TECH plans to monetize identity proofs and wallet infrastructure Creating sustainable economic loops through node staking and network demand Why self custody is the guiding star for HUMAN.TECH How AI changes the conversation around ownership, identity, and private keys A future where AI agents may need delegated human identity Why timing matters in startups and how to tell if a market is ready Why crypto is still early, especially for self custody The next 12 months for HUMAN.TECH and the upcoming token launch What developers can build today with HUMAN.TECH and WAP The vision for easier multichain wallet experiences The one question every Web3 founder should be asked Connect  https://www.linkedin.com/in/shadyeldamaty/  https://human.tech/ https://x.com/humntech  https://linktr.ee/human.tech  Disclaimer Nothing mentioned in this podcast is investment advice and please do your own research. It would mean a lot if you can leave a review of this podcast on ApplePodcasts or Spotify and share this podcast with a friend. Be a guest on the podcast or contact us - https://www.web3pod.xyz/

    27 min
  3. 363: Why We Need Another L1: Inside Pod’s MEV-Free Market Vision with Guest Speaker Shresth Agrawal from Pod Network

    6 MAR

    363: Why We Need Another L1: Inside Pod’s MEV-Free Market Vision with Guest Speaker Shresth Agrawal from Pod Network

    In this episode, I sit down with Shresth Agrawal, co-founder of Pod Network, to unpack why the world needs yet another Layer 1. We go deep into MEV, front-running, and why today’s blockchain markets are still unfair. Shresth explains how Pod is building a purpose-built L1 designed for high-performance, MEV-free markets. We break down how auctions replace traditional transaction ordering, how Pod can process 300,000 orders per second, and why sub-second settlement changes everything. We also talk about product-market fit in Web3. Are payments and markets the only real use cases? What can founders learn from Ethereum, Hyperliquid, and newer L1s? And what’s Pod’s go-to-market plan? If you care about fair markets, decentralized finance, or the future of on-chain trading, this episode is for you. 🔑 Key Learnings (with timestamps) 00:57 – Shresth’s crypto journey. From Bitcoin whitepaper to building consensus systems. 02:01 – Why consensus innovation still matters in 2026. 04:23 – What is Pod Network? A purpose-built L1 for MEV-free markets. 06:16 – What is MEV? Simple explanation with real trading examples. 11:32 – How Pod removes ordering where it doesn’t matter. 14:36 – 300,000 orders per second. Sub-second confirmations explained. 16:51 – Why Pod focused only on markets. The power of niche L1s. 18:21 – Trade-offs: Less general-purpose, more performance. 22:36 – Go-to-market strategy for a new L1. 24:25 – Users vs builders: The real growth engine. 27:21 – The biggest ask: Early user feedback. 28:20 – Do only payments and markets have real product-market fit in Web3? 32:18 – Why instant settlement will disrupt traditional finance. Connect with POD Network https://pod.network/  https://x.com/poddotnetwork  https://discord.com/invite/ZTFERarfnm ⚠️ Disclaimer Nothing mentioned in this podcast is investment advice and please do your own research. It would mean a lot if you can leave a review of this podcast on ApplePodcasts or Spotify and share this podcast with a friend. Be a guest on the podcast or contact us - https://www.web3pod.xyz/

    35 min
  4. 362: Trading Attention - The Next Evolution of Prediction Markets with Guest Speaker Philipp Tsagolov from Trendle.fi

    4 MAR

    362: Trading Attention - The Next Evolution of Prediction Markets with Guest Speaker Philipp Tsagolov from Trendle.fi

    Prediction markets are having a big moment. Platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi have brought them into the spotlight. But most prediction markets still follow a simple format: a binary outcome. Yes or no. Win or lose. In this episode, I sit down with Philip from Trendle.fi to explore a new approach. What if prediction markets were not just about outcomes? What if you could actually trade attention around topics, trends, and people? Philip explains how Trendle measures conversations across platforms like Reddit, YouTube, and X to create an attention index. Traders can then long or short that index depending on whether they think the topic will gain or lose traction. We also talk about how the 2024 U.S. elections boosted prediction markets, why peer-to-peer models may outperform traditional bookmakers, and why the next wave of innovation will come from new market mechanics rather than copying existing models. If you’re interested in Web3 innovation, market design, or the future of prediction markets, this episode is for you. Key Learnings Prediction markets are entering the mainstreamPlatforms like Polymarket and Kalshi have introduced thousands of users to prediction markets, especially during major political events like the 2024 U.S. elections. Prediction markets have existed for decadesBetting on future outcomes is not new. From horse racing to sports betting, humans have always tried to predict the future and place bets on it. Peer-to-peer markets may outperform bookmakersTraditional bookmakers take on risk when setting odds. Peer-to-peer markets allow users to trade directly with each other, often resulting in better pricing and reduced risk for the platform. Trendle introduces a new concept: the attention indexInstead of predicting outcomes, Trendle measures how much attention a topic receives online and turns that attention into a tradable asset. Social media data powers the attention indexTrendle gathers data from Reddit, YouTube, and X to measure how often people discuss specific topics and updates the index frequently. Attention itself can become a marketUsers can long or short topics depending on whether they think the conversation around them will grow or fade. AI agents are already trading prediction marketsSome traders are building bots that detect price discrepancies across platforms and use arbitrage strategies. Trendle’s strategy starts with crypto communitiesThe initial go-to-market strategy focuses on crypto traders and communities before expanding to broader cultural topics like celebrities and major trends. Education will be a major challengeBecause the attention index is a new concept, helping users understand how it works will be a key focus. Trendle is currently fundraising and exploring partnershipsThe team is looking to collaborate with communities, builders, and investors as they scale the platform. Connect with Trendle https://trendle.fi/ https://x.com/trendlefi  Disclaimer Nothing mentioned in this podcast is investment advice and please do your own research. Finally, it would mean a lot if you can leave a review of this podcast on ApplePodcasts or Spotify and share this podcast with a friend. Be a guest on the podcast or contact us - https://www.web3pod.xyz/

    24 min
  5. 361: Why Copy-Paste DeFi Won’t Work: Product-Market Fit in the Next Wave of L1s with Guest Speaker Wish Wu from Pharos Network

    26 FEB

    361: Why Copy-Paste DeFi Won’t Work: Product-Market Fit in the Next Wave of L1s with Guest Speaker Wish Wu from Pharos Network

    I recorded this episode live in Hong Kong with Wish Wu, Co-Founder and CEO of Pharos Network. We dive deep into what it really takes to build next-generation blockchain infrastructure. Pharos is an EVM-compatible Layer 1 hitting 20,000 TPS on testnet. But speed is not the real story. The real story is their focus on connecting Web2 and Web3. Not just users. But capital. Assets. Institutions. Wish shares his journey from building AntChain at Ant Group to launching Pharos. We talk about tokenizing real-world assets, institutional adoption, product-market fit, and why new Layer 1s must stop copying Ethereum. If you're a founder building in Web3, this episode is essential listening. Key Learnings Why Hong Kong is regaining momentum as a crypto hub. What Pharos Network is building and why 20K TPS matters. Wish’s background at Ant Group and building AntChain at scale. Tokenizing new energy assets and institutional funds. Why most new Layer 1s fail without product-market fit. The rise of purpose-built chains and niche-focused infrastructure. Why speculative crypto alone cannot sustain adoption. The vision for Pharos over the next five years. Launching a VC fund and incubator to grow the ecosystem. Fundraising advice: Stop copying. Find real product-market fit. Connect https://www.linkedin.com/in/wishlonger/ https://www.pharos.xyz/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/pharosnetwork/ https://x.com/pharos_network  Disclaimer Nothing mentioned in this podcast is investment advice and please do your own research. It would mean a lot if you can leave a review of this podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and share this podcast with a friend. Be a guest on the podcast or contact us - https://www.web3pod.xyz/

    17 min
  6. 360: From Blockchain Infrastructure to Real Adoption: The Moca Network Vision With Guest Speaker Kenneth Shek from Animoca

    23 FEB

    360: From Blockchain Infrastructure to Real Adoption: The Moca Network Vision With Guest Speaker Kenneth Shek from Animoca

    In this episode, I sit down with Kenneth Shek from Animoca during Consensus Week in Hong Kong. We talk about what it really takes to drive mass adoption in Web3. Not hype. Not narratives. Real users. Kenneth shares how Moca Network is building the identity layer for the future of programmable money. We go deep into AI-native infrastructure, stablecoins, loyalty systems, and why distribution is the real moat. We also discuss why most Web3 projects struggle with adoption, what Web2 got right, and how AI agents will reshape commerce by 2026. If you care about identity, payments, AI, or building the next killer app in crypto, this episode is for you. Key Learnings Kenneth’s journey from startups, AI, and Accenture to Animoca Why identity is the missing layer for stablecoins and AI agents Why blockchain hasn’t hit mass adoption yet The biggest lesson from talking to enterprise customers AIR: Account, Identity, Reputation explained Why one-click UX matters more than decentralization AI agents replacing front-ends and changing product design Regulatory fragmentation and global crypto challenges Why distribution beats building another “killer app” Stablecoins, RWA, and the future of programmable loans If starting today: build AI-agent native from day one Hiring engineers, fintech builders & strategic partners Connect with Moca https://moca.network/en https://x.com/Moca_Network https://t.me/MocaverseCommunity https://www.linkedin.com/in/ks20/  Disclaimer Nothing mentioned in this podcast is investment advice and please do your own research. It would mean a lot if you can leave a review of this podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and share this podcast with a friend. Be a guest on the podcast or contact us - https://www.web3pod.xyz/

    33 min
  7. 359: Four Pillars of Web3 Banking: Spend, Earn, Invest, Borrow with Neobank - Veera founder Sukhdeep Bhogal

    20 FEB

    359: Four Pillars of Web3 Banking: Spend, Earn, Invest, Borrow with Neobank - Veera founder Sukhdeep Bhogal

    I recorded this episode live at ConsenSys in Hong Kong with Sukdeep Bhogal, Founder of Veera. We dive deep into how Veera is building a full-service Web3 neobank. Their goal is simple. Make crypto easy enough for anyone to use. Even your mom. Sukdeep shares how they raised over $10M. How they plan to onboard the next 100 million users. And why user experience matters more than flashy infrastructure. We talk about tokenized equities, gold and silver on-chain, credit scores in crypto, and why community beats paid marketing. If you are building in fintech, DeFi, or thinking about banking the unbanked, this episode is for you. Key Learnings  00:00 – Live from ConsenSys Hong Kong Why Veera is focused on banking the unbanked. The Problem with Crypto UX Why fragmented wallets, seed phrases, and complex bridges stop adoption. 30-Second Onboarding How Veera simplifies account setup using passkeys. Lessons from Web2 Neobanks What projects like Revolut and Nubank got right about user experience. Tokenized Equities & Accessibility How anyone globally could buy fractional US equities on-chain. The Four Pillars of Veera Spend. Earn. Invest. Borrow. Multi-Chain Yield Vaults 40+ yield aggregators across Ethereum, Solana, Base, and BNB. Gold, Silver & US Equities On-Chain Real-world assets made accessible through tokenization. Financial Identity Score (FIS) Building credit scores for crypto users. Biggest Challenges Ahead Credibility and regulation. Go-To-Market Strategy Why community and partnerships beat marketing spend. Retention in Web3 Why rewards alone don’t keep users. Experience does. What Sukdeep Would Do Differently Community first. Launch faster. Iterate sooner. Connect with Veera https://veera.com/ https://discord.com/invite/veera https://x.com/On_Veera  https://t.me/Veera_Browser_chat https://www.linkedin.com/company/onveera/  DisclaimerNothing mentioned in this podcast is investment advice and please do your own research. It would mean a lot if you can leave a review of this podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and share this podcast with a friend. Be a guest on the podcast or contact us - https://www.web3pod.xyz/

    30 min
  8. 358: Building Crypto Payments for 1 Billion Telegram Users | TON Pay Deep Dive with Glenn Brown and Nikola Plecas from TON Foundation

    19 FEB

    358: Building Crypto Payments for 1 Billion Telegram Users | TON Pay Deep Dive with Glenn Brown and Nikola Plecas from TON Foundation

    I’m recording live from Hong Kong during Consensus week with Glenn and Nikola from the TON Foundation. In this episode, we break down how TON is building payment infrastructure for Telegram’s 1+ billion monthly active users. We talk about TON Pay. A crypto commerce solution built for developers and merchants. We explore stablecoins. Real-world adoption. Developer experience. Regulation. And what it takes to compete with payment giants like Visa and Stripe. This is not about hype. It’s about building usable infrastructure. With better UX. Fewer clicks. And real utility. If you care about crypto payments, stablecoins, or mass adoption, this one is for you. Key Timestamps 00:01:20 – Nikola’s journey from Visa into Web3 00:02:13 – Glenn’s path from cybersecurity to digital assets 00:03:42 – What TON Pay is and who it’s built for 00:04:12 – The vision: infrastructure for Telegram’s billion users 00:04:57 – Lessons from Alipay and WeChat 00:06:09 – Go-to-market strategy and merchant adoption 00:07:48 – Competing with Stripe through better APIs 00:09:37 – Why Apple Pay–level UX is the North Star 00:11:07 – Why regulation and off-ramps matter 00:12:30 – Gasless transactions and technical roadmap 00:14:03 – Telegram mini apps as a distribution channel 00:15:13 – Stablecoins as real product-market fit 00:16:09 – Partnership opportunities and what TON is looking for Connect with TON Pay https://ton.org/en/ton-pay-a-new-payments-layer  https://x.com/ton_blockchain Disclaimer Nothing mentioned in this podcast is investment advice and please do your own research. It would mean a lot if you can leave a review of this podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and share this podcast with a friend. Be a guest on the podcast or contact us - https://www.web3pod.xyz/

    18 min
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"Web 3.0 with Sam Kamani" is all about Web 3 and how it is going to change the world. If you are interested in learning more about the 4th Industrial revolution then this podcast is for you. Web 3.0 or Web 3 is often hailed as the technology that will usher in the 4th industrial revolution. This revolution is going to affect every industry, business, government and person on this planet. Web 3.0 is a collection of technologies that are going to change how we collaborate with each other and interact with our environment. Let's uncover the opportunities and risks of the new version of Web.

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  • Creator
    Sam Kamani
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    367
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Sam Kamani
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