Citizen Web3

serejandmyself
Citizen Web3

Citizen Web3 is an active member of the web3 galaxy. We are blockchain agnostic and decentralization maximalists. We provide noncustodial, off the grid infrastructure as a validator across the blockchain space. This allows us to work on various public goods, and contribute to the development of web3. Our public good projects, include: - Validator Infra (https://www.citizenweb3.com/staking): Non Custodial. Self-Hosted, Bare-Metal Validator Infrastructure. Off the Grid Capacity. Offering Endpoints, Archive, Snapshots and Relaying - Citizen Web3 Podcast (https://www.citizenweb3.com/episodes): Discovering Web3 Contributors to Blockchain Decentralization, Network Security and App Scalability - ValidatorInfo.com (https://validatorinfo.com): Web3 Blockchain Explorer. Validator, Mining Pool, Token and Network Real-time Metrics. Interactive Onchain Dashboard - Web3 Society (https://t.me/web_3_society): Web3 Community Based on Values of Decentralization. Learning to Forget Tribalism and Love the Tech. Future DAO - B.V.C. (https://bvc.citizenweb3.com/): Baremetal Valdiator Coven. Community of Selfhosted and Baremetal Blockcahin Network Operators We believe in a decentralized web3 without tribalism. In better communication between various ecosystems. We dream of a web3 with infrastructure independent off the grid. A web3 without enforcement.

  1. Rebuilding the Internet, Risk Capital and AI Innovation with Aliaksandr Hudzilin

    5D AGO

    Rebuilding the Internet, Risk Capital and AI Innovation with Aliaksandr Hudzilin

    This episode of the #citizenweb3 podcast features Aliaksandr Hudzilin an Angel Investor Aliaksandr "Sasha" Hudzilin, co-founder of Human Guild, is a blockchain and Web3 innovator focused on rebuilding the internet and navigating the fast-moving AI and crypto landscapes. He values cultural understanding, risk-taking, and personal balance through activities like hiking and reading. Human Guild, co-founded by Aliaksandr "Sasha" Hudzilin, supports creators and developers in building sustainable Web3 projects on NEAR Protocol. NEAR is a scalable, developer-friendly blockchain designed to enable decentralized applications with low fees and high performance. We spoke to Aliaksandr Hudzilin about Near and: Culturally understanding people locally Yin and yang Rebuilding the internet Blockchain being used for all kinds of use cases The AI space is moving really fast Pre-training to reasoning models Seeing cooler Web3 startups Navigating the law Building copycats Killing whales Risk capital Hiking, reading, staying healthy Learning Balance Timestamps 00:00 – 03:20 : Intro 03:20 -- 06:50 : Making and keeping connections 06:50 -- 10:10 : Yin and yang 10:10 -- 24:50 : Opinions on blockchain apart from financial 24:50 -- 28:37 : Being airheaded 28:37 -- 31:10 : Fear 31:10 -- 45:30 : Advice for founders 45:30 -- 48:26 : Examples of Web3 investing 48:26 -- 54:50 : Removing that stigma 54:50 – 01:0:23 : The Blitz If you like what we do at Citizen Web3: Stake with Citizen Web3 validator Listen to the YouTube version Follow us on Twitter Sign up to the RSS feed Special Guest: Aliaksandr 'Sasha' Hudzilin. Links: AIAngel ListAnthropicAlexander SkidanovAppleBelarusBerlin Blockchain WeekBitcoinChinaCiscoCoinMarketCapCosmosElectric CapitalEthereumFacebookFraction AIFreddie MercuryFTXGoogleHuman GuildIndiaIntel Kleiner PerkinsKonstantin LomashukLlamaMetaMetaMaskMistralMoby DickMoneroNaval RavikantNearOneinchOpenAIPolkadotQueenSan FranciscoSan Francisco Bay AreaSasha.pageSecurities and Exchange CommissionSequoiaSilicon ValleySingle Store (Formerly MemSQL)SolanaSushiswapTelegramTibetan Book of Dying and LivingUniswapVC The American StoryXAI

    1h 1m
  2. Government, Learning from Failures and Emerging Tech with Mohammed Patla

    MAR 13

    Government, Learning from Failures and Emerging Tech with Mohammed Patla

    This episode of the #citizenweb3 podcast features Mohammed Patla from Secure Secrets Mohammed Patla is a strong advocate for Web3, data sovereignty, and financial sustainability, emphasizing user choice, education, and learning from failures. He believes in balancing data sharing for benefits, challenges government transparency, and envisions a future where decentralization empowers individuals despite regulatory resistance. Since 2019, Secure Secrets has helped build Secret Network’s infrastructure as a validator and developer. Committed to privacy, they see Secret Network as key to enabling programmable privacy in Web3. We spoke to Mohammed Patla about 𝕊ecure 𝕊ecrets and: We lose data on a daily basis Give away some of your data for the benefits Web3 is an emerging technology Give people the choice Education, learning to distinguish between the good and the bad The governments and regularity bodies don't like it Government can never be fully transparent Getting my parents and friends onboarded Financials are important Learning from failures Building towards sustainability What the future could look like Timestamps 00:00 – 07:00 : Intro 07:00 -- 15:30 : Privacy 15:30 -- 20:20 : Overcoming fear 20:20 -- 28:55 : Personal goal 28:55 -- 35:06 : Biggest challenge 35:06 -- 47:35 : Projects need to eat 47:35 -- 55:00 : Self hosting 55:00 – 59:34 : The Blitz If you like what we do at Citizen Web3: Stake with Citizen Web3 validator Listen to the YouTube version Follow us on Twitter Sign up to the RSS feed Special Guest: Mohammed Patla. Links: AIAWSCarterCelestiaChinaChina Crackdown Cosmos EthereumFacebookFTXIris NetworkMetaNomadSolanaStar TrekStar WarsTerraTorUniswapUptickWitcher

    1 hr
  3. Solo Staking, Ethereum Foundation and Oceanography with Nixo

    MAR 6

    Solo Staking, Ethereum Foundation and Oceanography with Nixo

    This episode of the #citizenweb3 podcast features Nixo from Ethereum Foundation Nixo shared candid insights on trust in centralized exchanges, the small yet influential nature of Crypto Twitter, and the importance of following genuine interests over money. He also highlighted challenges in finding competent legal experts and how people are naturally inclined to pick sides in the crypto space. The Ethereum Foundation (EF) is a nonprofit dedicated to supporting Ethereum’s development, research, and ecosystem growth. While it doesn’t control Ethereum, it funds key upgrades, research, and community initiatives to ensure the network remains open, decentralized, and innovative. We spoke to Nixo about Ethereum Foundation and: I was like, of course, I trust centralized exchanges Sketchy Russian exchange Breeds of Oceanographers Solo stakers Go where you’re interested instead of following the money Synthesizing cocaine Finding competent lawyers and CPAs Crypto Twitter is extremely small Evolutionarily predisposed to picking a team Timestamps 00:00 – 11:30 : Intro 11:30 -- 18:10 : Dream journey 18:10 -- 24:00 : Sirens are calling and the loss of physical cash 24:00 -- 29:20 : Changing lives 29:20 -- 36:10 : Overwhelmed and values 36:10 -- 41:50 : Tribalism and memes 41:50 – 55:40 : Data centres 55:40 – 01:00:01 : The Blitz If you like what we do at Citizen Web3: Stake with Citizen Web3 validator Listen to the YouTube version Follow us on Twitter Sign up to the RSS feed Special Guest: Nixo. Links: BanklessBeacon chainBermudaBitcoinBTC-ECardanoCIA headquartersCosmosDogeE-TraderEthereumEthereum FoundationHetznerJust Kids by Patti SmithLocalbitcoinsMadeiraNearP2PPanda OpsPolkadotPoloniexRedditStarlinkSteakfishSolanaTim WuVitalikX (formally Twitter)YouTube

    1 hr
  4. Foundations, Quality Infrastructure and Batman with Thomas High Stakes

    FEB 27

    Foundations, Quality Infrastructure and Batman with Thomas High Stakes

    This episode of the #citizenweb3 podcast features Thomas from High Stakes Thomas reflected on the crypto space, from vanishing millions and GPU shortages to the importance of strategic positioning through foundations. For him, success comes down to a broad assessment—analyzing white papers, infrastructure quality, and costs—while only engaging in truly interesting projects, all with a bit of a Batman mindset. High Stakes provides reliable, secure validator services for multiple blockchains, backed by strong Swiss-based infrastructure. Committed to decentralization, they actively engage in governance, develop community tools, and support other validator teams in the open-source spirit. We spoke to Thomas about High Stakes and: Seeing about a million dollars that just vanished Bored out of my mind You couldn't buy a GPU because of all the miners Foundations, the fastest way of securing a position Only get involved with interesting projects It's about a broad assessment Reading the white paper Hobo asking for money Multiple parameters, quality of the infrastructure, also the cost Being Batman Timestamps 00:00 – 05:20 : Intro 05:20 -- 10:41 : The switch 10:41 -- 13:02 : Deciding to go that way 13:02 -- 22:01 : What not to do and chain selection 22:01 -- 29:20 : Validators contributing to adoption 29:20 -- 36:08 : Cosmos and goals 36:08 -- 51:00 : Setup 51:00 – 55:37 : The Blitz If you like what we do at Citizen Web3: Stake with Citizen Web3 validator Listen to the YouTube version Follow us on Twitter Sign up to the RSS feed Special Guest: Thomas Lafaille. Links: AndroidBand ProtocolBatmanBitcoinBinanceCelestiaCoinbaseCosmosCosmos SDKDogecoinEthereumFranceGenevaInjectiveiOSKrakenP2PpersistenceRobert A. HeinleinScalewayStakefishStorySwitzerlandTerra

    56 min
  5. Data Ownership, Love of Tech and Playstorming with Sandy Carter

    FEB 20

    Data Ownership, Love of Tech and Playstorming with Sandy Carter

    This episode of the #citizenweb3 podcast features Sandy Carter from Unstoppable Domains Sandy Carter is a tech visionary who champions continuous learning, innovation without a "playbook," and the power of mindset in driving success. She advocates for blockchain, AI, and digital ownership while emphasizing customer obsession, creative “playstorming,” and the balance of purpose and profit in technology. Unstoppable Domains aims to give everyone a user-owned digital identity through Web3 domains that empower individuals to control their data. These domains go beyond traditional use, offering unique capabilities in the decentralized web. We spoke to Sandy Carter about Unstoppable Domains and: I've always loved tech AI is much broader than just chat GPT A bucket list No freaking playbook Ask the question because nobody's done it Continuous learner It has to do with your mindset Words that we need to adjust Play storm Not just Brainstorming it, Playstorming Purpose and profit Data ownership People are naive about blockchain You build it and they will come Domains are the world's first real digital asset Customer obsessed; user obsessed Timestamps 00:00 – 04:12 : Intro 04:12 -- 08:00 : Internal driver 08:00 -- 15:18 : A day and missing the Web2 world 15:18 -- 23:50 : Adoption within our generation 23:50 -- 31:30 : Web3 and mass adoption 31:30 -- 37:00 : AI and power 37:00 -- 40:00 : Surveillances on chain 40:00 -- 46:01 : Devil’s Advocate question 46:01 -- 50:25 : How to decide 50:25 -- 53:30 : Working with community 53:30 – 01:00:21 : The Blitz If you like what we do at Citizen Web3: Stake with Citizen Web3 validator Listen to the YouTube version Follow us on Twitter Sign up to the RSS feed Special Guest: Sandy Carter. Links: AIAustinAWS (Amazon Web Services)BaseBitcoinCarnegie MellonDePINsEthereumEtherMailForbesIBMIoT (Internet of Things)MetaversePayPalPolygonPropy KeySeattleSecret Networks with Tor BairSilencioSolanaThe Five Habits of Dysfunctional Teams Yelp

    1 hr
  6. Building Communities, Self-Hosting and Space Monkeys with Dymion

    FEB 13

    Building Communities, Self-Hosting and Space Monkeys with Dymion

    This episode of the #citizenweb3 podcast features Dymion from ValidatorVN Dymion describes the leap from crypto trading to validation as a challenging, sleepless journey of self-hosting, community-building, and exploration beyond the Cosmos ecosystem. Amid the struggles, they find solace in Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 1, embracing the beauty in perseverance. ValidatorVN is a dedicated blockchain validator focused on secure, self-hosted infrastructure and organic community growth. Committed to exploring beyond the Cosmos ecosystem, they navigate the challenges of validation with resilience, technical expertise, and a passion for decentralization. We spoke to Dymion about ValidatorVN and: Monkey trying to go to space Figure it out from scratch One line of script everywhere right now 100% new Building a community organically Pump and dump Pain of self-hosting Exploring outside the cosmos ecosystem The wonderful experience of two continuous months with sleepless nights Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 1 Timestamps 00:00 – 07:00 : Intro 07:00 -- 13:05 : Overcoming fear of validation 13:05 -- 17:03 : First, Community or Validator 17:03 -- 19:30 : Goal 19:30 -- 27:35 : Investing into test nets 27:35 -- 29:18 : Slash protected 29:18 -- 30:50 : Self-hosting 30:50 -- 37:15 : Workarounds 37:15 -- 38:26 : Concentrating on just one or not 38:26 -- 41:15 : Selecting a chain 41:15 -- 46:25 : Public or private 46:25 -- 48:42 : The past three years 48:42 – 52:19 : The Blitz If you like what we do at Citizen Web3: Stake with Citizen Web3 validator Listen to the YouTube version Follow us on Twitter Sign up to the RSS feed Special Guest: Dymion. Links: AptosAsiaAura NetworkAWSBitcoinC98CosmosDigital OceanForexHalius Dev on Solana HeznerLinuxRachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 1Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 1 (YouTube)SolanaSoutheast AsiaSoviet UnionTendermintX (formally Twitter)YouTube

    52 min
  7. Taking Back Power, Critical Thinking and Privacy with Seth for Privacy

    FEB 6

    Taking Back Power, Critical Thinking and Privacy with Seth for Privacy

    This episode of the #citizenweb3 podcast features Seth for Privacy. Seth emphasizes that financial and personal privacy are essential for human freedom, highlighting how modern systems and governmental overreach erode individual autonomy. He advocates for reclaiming power through critical thinking, community collaboration, and pushing back against prevailing narratives. Seth's blog provides a space for in-depth analysis and thought on the intersection of technology and privacy. He is dedicated to exploring how these advancements empower individuals to reclaim control of their digital lives and data. We spoke to Seth For Privacy about Privacy and: We're winning Financial privacy is critical to human freedom Personal privacy is broadly under attack Giving back autonomy, giving back power to the individual Laws are so nuts is because of the complexity of modern life Money being broken Privacy being broken Laziness in us Government continues harvesting resources from citizens Taxes and money printing are the core funding systems for governments Broken system America is people renouncing their citizenship Everyone has a natural inbuilt desire for community Pushing back against the prevailing narratives Offload critical thinking People crave nuance Make money or just have fun with it Broken social media networks Collaboration and partnership Timestamps 00:00 – 06:24 : Intro 06:24 -- 11:20 : What is freedom? 11:20 -- 17:40 : Taxes 17:40 -- 25:24 : Jumping to conclusions 25:24 -- 35:11 : Memes and tribalism 35:11 -- 41:00 : Optimism 41:00 -- 45:50 : Education and semantics 45:50 -- 52:30 : KYC ‘Know your customer’ 52:30 – 01:00:41 : The Blitz If you like what we do at Citizen Web3: Stake with Citizen Web3 validator Listen to the YouTube version Follow us on Twitter Sign up to the RSS feed Special Guest: Seth. Links: 401kBitcoinBoston Tea PartyEdward SnowdenEdward Snowden ArticleEthereumGitHub Privacy BasicsGlenn Greenwald No Place to Hide: Edward Snowden, the NSA, and the U.S. Surveillance StateKagiLitecoinMoneroPermanent Record: How One Man Exposed the Truth about Government Spying and Digital SecurityRoger VerRoger Ver Tucker Carlson Interview Samurai WalletScaling WarsSignalSimplexSteemitThe RageTornado CashTronVeChain

    1h 1m
  8. DeAI, Going Nuclear and Validating with Brad Fuller

    JAN 30

    DeAI, Going Nuclear and Validating with Brad Fuller

    This episode of the #citizenweb3 podcast features Brad Fuller from NorthTensor Brad Fuller, is a key figure in crypto, emphasizing adaptability, meaningful work, and decentralized AI while cautioning against short-term financial mindsets. He believes AI should minimize losses and acknowledges the human tendency toward centralization. orthTensor is a leading validator in the Bittensor ecosystem, specializing in decentralized AI and offering up to 15% APY on TAO staking. The company allocates staked TAO to innovative projects within the decentralized Bittensor AI network, ensuring both security and high returns for stakeholders. We spoke to Brad Fuller about NorthTensor and: Signing up for the next cool thing You must be dynamic It's not pump and dumps and making money Work means more than just being rich AI is about minimizing the loss The next big thing Drawn to power Going Nuclear Decentralized artificial intelligence Rich people hacker culture kind of thing People are drawn to centralization Timestamps 00:00 – 06:38 : Intro 06:38 -- 20:00 : Digging into Bitcoin 20:00 -- 22:50 : Decentralized AI 22:50 -- 28:54 : Consensus 28:54 -- 34:50 : Validating 34:50 -- 37:00 : Electricity and AI 37:50 -- 46:20 : Bias models 46:20 -- 48:03 : The goal 48:03 -- 49:57 : Community 49:57 – 53:48 : The Blitz If you like what we do at Citizen Web3: Stake with Citizen Web3 validator Listen to the YouTube version Follow us on Twitter Sign up to the RSS feed Special Guest: Brad Fuller. Links: AIAnsibleAWSBerlinBitcoinBitTensorChaos by James GleickCortexEthereumFacebookMetaNick BostromNuclear Power

    54 min
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    Citizen Web3 is an active member of the web3 galaxy. We are blockchain agnostic and decentralization maximalists. We provide noncustodial, off the grid infrastructure as a validator across the blockchain space. This allows us to work on various public goods, and contribute to the development of web3. Our public good projects, include: - Validator Infra (https://www.citizenweb3.com/staking): Non Custodial. Self-Hosted, Bare-Metal Validator Infrastructure. Off the Grid Capacity. Offering Endpoints, Archive, Snapshots and Relaying - Citizen Web3 Podcast (https://www.citizenweb3.com/episodes): Discovering Web3 Contributors to Blockchain Decentralization, Network Security and App Scalability - ValidatorInfo.com (https://validatorinfo.com): Web3 Blockchain Explorer. Validator, Mining Pool, Token and Network Real-time Metrics. Interactive Onchain Dashboard - Web3 Society (https://t.me/web_3_society): Web3 Community Based on Values of Decentralization. Learning to Forget Tribalism and Love the Tech. Future DAO - B.V.C. (https://bvc.citizenweb3.com/): Baremetal Valdiator Coven. Community of Selfhosted and Baremetal Blockcahin Network Operators We believe in a decentralized web3 without tribalism. In better communication between various ecosystems. We dream of a web3 with infrastructure independent off the grid. A web3 without enforcement.

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    • Creator
      serejandmyself
    • Years Active
      2020 - 2025
    • Episodes
      175
    • Rating
      Clean
    • Copyright
      © 2025 Citizen Web3
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      Citizen Web3

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