Vivi in the Valley

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Welcome to “Vivi in the Valley: Tech with Soul”—where crypto, AI, and human-centered innovation converge. Host Vivi Lin dives into bold ideas and frontier tech, always with purpose and heart. Explore our series: Crypto for Good—How blockchain drives real-world impact. AI for Humanity—Stories putting people at the center of AI and emerging tech. Featuring candid interviews with entrepreneurs, investors, and change-makers.

Episodes

  1. Stablecoins, RWA & Crypto Regulation—What U.S. Policymakers Don’t Say Out Loud, with Jason Brett

    06/25/2025

    Stablecoins, RWA & Crypto Regulation—What U.S. Policymakers Don’t Say Out Loud, with Jason Brett

    How do the decisions made in Washington DC ripple through the entire crypto industry? Can blockchain rebuild trust in finance—or will outdated policies hold back real innovation? On this episode of Vivi in the Valley: Crypto for Good Series, Vivi sits down with Jason Brett, former FDIC regulator and one of crypto’s sharpest policy minds. Jason draws from his experience during the 2008 financial crisis and years advising governments, giving us a rare look inside DC’s halls of power at a true turning point for digital assets. Highlights: How trust and transparency can rebuild finance (and why blockchain matters) The real story behind “Operation Chokepoint 2.0” What’s actually happening in DC right now on crypto policy (including stablecoins & market structure bills) Why real world asset tokenization (RWA) is the next frontier—and where the hype stops Jason’s inside stories from Capitol Hill, advice for US policymakers, and global trends you need to watch Whether you’re a builder, investor, or just crypto-curious, this episode will help you make sense of the shifting regulatory landscape—and what it means for the soul of innovation. Watch the full video episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yuy07hoAa20 Connect with Jason Brett: X/Twitter: @RegulatoryJason Stay connected: Host: Vivi Lin @vivilinsv | @vivi_valley Newsletter & articles: vivilinsv.substack.com #CryptoForGood #Blockchain #Regulation #Innovation

    53 min
  2. Turning Idle Phones into Purpose: aZen’s Vision for Decentralized AI

    05/31/2025

    Turning Idle Phones into Purpose: aZen’s Vision for Decentralized AI

    In this episode of Vivi in the Valley – Crypto for Good, host Vivi Lin sits down with Alessandro Vené, co-founder of aZen Protocol, to explore how decentralized infrastructure can turn everyday smartphones into AI powerhouses. From refugee phones earning income to a new computing paradigm called Ubiquitous AI, aZen’s mission is to make AI more democratic, accessible, and impactful—especially in underrepresented communities. 🎧 What you'll learn: What is DePIN and why it matters How aZen is bringing edge computing to the masses Real-world adoption stories across Africa How the Social AI Agent empowers creators The long-term vision for a Goodwill Fund and public infrastructure This episode is packed with tech insights, real-world relevance, and a shared belief in building tech with soul. 🌐 Guest: 🔹 Alessandro Vené, COO at aZen Protocol 🔹 Twitter: @dersummit | @azen_protocol 🔹 Website: azen.tech 🎙️ Host: 🔹 Vivi Lin — Founder of Vivi in the Valley, FT China Columnist, Web3 & AI Advocate 🔹 Twitter: @vivilinsv | Show: @Vivi_Valley 🔹 Website: vivi.media ⚠️ Disclaimer: This episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It does not constitute financial advice. Always DYOR. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPe4ev_iRC0 📖 Read the full story on Substack: https://vivilinsv.substack.com/p/how-azen-plans-to-turn-passive-devices

    37 min
  3. Pakistan’s Crypto Dream | Bilal Bin Saqib on Youth, Bitcoin Mining, and a New Future

    04/28/2025

    Pakistan’s Crypto Dream | Bilal Bin Saqib on Youth, Bitcoin Mining, and a New Future

    Welcome to the Crypto for Good series by Vivi in the Valley — a global conversation at the frontier of Web3, AI, and innovation for real-world impact. In this exclusive interview, Bilal Bin Saqib — Special Advisor to Pakistan’s Finance Minister and CEO of the National Crypto Council — shares how Pakistan is betting big on blockchain, youth empowerment, Bitcoin mining, and financial inclusion. In April 2025, Pakistan appointed Binance founder CZ (Changpeng Zhao) as a strategic advisor to its national crypto council — a move driven by Bilal’s leadership. Bilal was later also appointed Global Advisor to World Liberty Financial, a U.S.-based crypto platform linked to the Trump family. 🎙 Hosted by Vivi Lin, award-winning journalist and Web3/AI strategist. Topics Covered: How Bilal brought CZ onboard Pakistan’s secret weapon: its youth Bitcoin mining, stablecoin, and fintech opportunities Navigating political, economic, and infrastructure challenges Crypto and AI shaping emerging markets 📰 Read the full article:https://open.substack.com/pub/vivilinsv/p/pakistans-crypto-dream 🎥 Watch the Chinese-subtitled video on FT Chinese:https://www.ftchinese.com/video/4250 🌐 Connect with Vivi Lin: X (Twitter): https://x.com/vivilinsv LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vivi-lin-1862276/ Website: https://vivi.media 🎧 Subscribe for more conversations at the frontier of Crypto, AI, and Innovation.

    28 min

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Welcome to “Vivi in the Valley: Tech with Soul”—where crypto, AI, and human-centered innovation converge. Host Vivi Lin dives into bold ideas and frontier tech, always with purpose and heart. Explore our series: Crypto for Good—How blockchain drives real-world impact. AI for Humanity—Stories putting people at the center of AI and emerging tech. Featuring candid interviews with entrepreneurs, investors, and change-makers.