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This is a special release of the GRTiQ Podcast. On May 2, 2024, The Graph launched a new program called the Sunrise Upgrade Program. As part of the larger initiative called The Sunrise of Decentralized Data, the Sunrise Upgrade Program features a series of missions with the change for program participants to earn GRT - The Graph Foundation has allocated 4M GRT to the program!

To help us better understand what the program is and how it works, I’ve invited Marian Walter, Partnership Manager at Edge & Node, to join us to answer some questions and give direction on how you can join the program and start earning GRT today!

Show Notes and Transcripts

The GRTiQ Podcast takes listeners inside web3 and The Graph (GRT) by interviewing members of the ecosystem.  Please help support this project and build the community by subscribing and leaving a review.

Twitter: GRT_iQ
www.GRTiQ.com 

Today I’m speaking with Shermin Voshmgir, the author of the best-selling book Token Economy and Founder of Token Kitchen. Shermin also founded the BlockchainHub Berlin and was the Director of the Research Institute for Cryptoeconomics at the Vienna University of Economics which she also co-founded.

In an effort to broaden the educational benefits of listening to this podcast, I invited Shermin on to discuss her background, her books, and her unique perspectives of the industry. During our discussion, we get to learn how Shermin first engaged with the Bitcoin and Ethereum communities in the early days, her early experiences going to work in the industry, and then we talk extensively about her book series the Token Economy - touching on important topics like DOAs, NFTs, and web3 infrastructure. Shermin has very strong opinions, informed by years of research and first-hand experience, about the roots of this industry, where the industry is heading, and the importance of getting it all correct.

Show Notes and Transcripts

The GRTiQ Podcast takes listeners inside web3 and The Graph (GRT) by interviewing members of the ecosystem.  Please help support this project and build the community by subscribing and leaving a review.

Twitter: GRT_iQ
www.GRTiQ.com 

Today I’m speaking with Connor Howe, Founder at Enso Finance, a platform providing financial infrastructure for developers seeking to integrate DeFi interactions into their dapps. Enso equips developers with tools to execute and retrieve all relevant metadata of DeFi protocols, empowering them to create the next generation of financial applications.

Connor's journey into web3 began in the Bitcoin community in 2012, followed by Ethereum in 2016, providing him with invaluable insights into the industry's roots and evolution. In addition to talking about the origins of Enso, Connor shares his unique perspectives on the web2 versus web3 debate, the state and future of DeFi, and the key themes and innovations shaping the future of the industry. 

Show Notes and Transcripts

The GRTiQ Podcast takes listeners inside web3 and The Graph (GRT) by interviewing members of the ecosystem.  Please help support this project and build the community by subscribing and leaving a review.

Twitter: GRT_iQ
www.GRTiQ.com 

Today I’m speaking with Meher Roy, CTO and Co-Founder at Chorus One and show host at Epicenter.tv. The opportunity to meet and interview Meher was an incredible honor - as you’ll hear, he’s one of the most thoughtful and insightful people ever to be featured on this podcast.

Whether for his work on Epicenter or the amazing growth of Chorus One, Meher is justifiably recognized as a true thought leader in crypto. During this interview, we explore Meher's early education and career, his journey into crypto, and the origins of Chorus One and Epicenter. Throughout the conversation, Meher gives his perspective on a variety of topics, such as his thoughts on the future of validators, technology and vaccines, applying the Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger lens to the crypto industry, his vision for the future of the industry, and his experience as a validator supporting The Graph. I am also deeply humbled that Meher opens up about his leukemia diagnosis in 2021 and how it has influenced his life.

Show Notes and Transcripts

The GRTiQ Podcast takes listeners inside web3 and The Graph (GRT) by interviewing members of the ecosystem.  Please help support this project and build the community by subscribing and leaving a review.

Twitter: GRT_iQ
www.GRTiQ.com 

Today I am speaking with Matthieu Di Mercurio, VP of Product and Strategy at StreamingFast. In a recent blog post released on April 15, 2024, Matthieu and his team, alongside collaborators Yaniv Tal from Geo and Sam Green from Semiotic, explored the intersection of The Graph, AI, and Geo.

In this special episode, I invited Mat to discuss the inspiration behind the blog post, the insights shared by the StreamingFast team, and why the convergence of AI and The Graph represents a tangible advancement rather than mere hype. As you're about to hear, Mat provides compelling arguments for the evolving platform nature of The Graph and its implications for the future of the protocol.

Show Notes and Transcripts

The GRTiQ Podcast takes listeners inside web3 and The Graph (GRT) by interviewing members of the ecosystem.  Please help support this project and build the community by subscribing and leaving a review.

Twitter: GRT_iQ
www.GRTiQ.com 

Today I am speaking with Ariel Barmat, Vice President of Engineering at Edge & Node. Ari has been featured on the podcast before during Ep. 105 where he joined as a panelist to talk about The Graph’s move to Arbitrum.

I first asked Ari to come onto the podcast two years ago! At the time, I noticed that the depth and intellect behind Ari’s  Forum and Discord posts were distinct - he’s a brilliant person.So I am thrilled to have this chance to interview Ari and to shine a light on his story. As you will hear, Ari’s got a unique understanding and experience with technology. He’s also an OG, having gone to work on The Graph in the early days.

During this interview, you will hear Ari’s journey into web3, his perspectives on the early days of Graph, his vision for the future of the protocol and what he’s most excited about, and so much more!

Show Notes and Transcripts

The GRTiQ Podcast takes listeners inside web3 and The Graph (GRT) by interviewing members of the ecosystem.  Please help support this project and build the community by subscribing and leaving a review.

Twitter: GRT_iQ
www.GRTiQ.com