Unblock'd

Dr Jemma Green

Unblock’d is your gateway into the dynamic world of investors and entrepreneurs, featuring insightful conversations at the intersection of entrepreneurship, tokenisation, and Web3. Hosted by Dr. Jemma Green, co-founder and Chairman of Powerledger, this podcast delves into the current market landscape and explores future trends. Each episode provides a unique perspective on investors and entrepreneurs journeys, offering valuable insights for how companies approach their business and those seeking to raise capital or already navigating the investment landscape along with how investors approach investing in the market. Join us as we uncover the stories behind investing and innovations doing good and doing well.

  1. The Altcoin Economy: Yat Siu on Web3 Investment and Animoca Brands

    1월 23일

    The Altcoin Economy: Yat Siu on Web3 Investment and Animoca Brands

    Episode Overview: In this episode of Unblock'd, we talk with Yat Siu to explore the future of Web3, the altcoin economy, and what it takes to navigate exponential technological change. With over 600 portfolio companies and a vision to democratize access to digital assets, Yat shares insights from decades of experience across multiple continents and tech cycles. Topics Covered: • The mindset shift required for navigating Web3 and exponential change • Why volatility and chaos are necessary for innovation and progress • How geography and infrastructure shape entrepreneurial culture • The role of human creativity and emotion in driving breakthrough innovations • Why altcoins will collectively surpass Bitcoin in market value • Animoca Brands' unique operating model and upcoming NASDAQ listing • The inevitable tokenization of every business and industry • Investment philosophy for the Web3 era • 2026 outlook and the impact of regulatory clarity Key Quotes: "The only constant is change, and the rate of change is now daily or even hourly." "Volatility is part of life. If you don't have volatility, we wouldn't have change." "If you want to live life comfortably, you're not pushing yourself forward. You won't see much progress." "Every business that doesn't tokenize will lose to the competitor who does." "We believe altcoins will collectively be larger than Bitcoin, just as the stock market is larger than gold." Connect with Yat Siu: • Twitter/X: @ysiu • Company: animocabrands.com UnBlock'd podcast with Dr. Jemma Green For more information on Dr. Jemma Green Visit: https://www.powerledger.io/ Or connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jemmagreen/ ------------------------------------------------------------- Co-host: Anthony Perl Produced by: Podcasts Done For You View this episode on YouTube @PodcastsDoneForYou_clients

    1시간 4분
  2. Decentralised Compute Revolution: Tom Trowbridge on Fluence Labs and DePIN Token Economics

    1월 7일

    Decentralised Compute Revolution: Tom Trowbridge on Fluence Labs and DePIN Token Economics

    In this episode, Dr. Jemma Green talks with Tom Trowbridge, co-founder of Fluence Labs and former co-founder of Hedera Hashgraph. Tom shares his journey from traditional finance at Goldman Sachs to building decentralized infrastructure networks. The conversation covers the evolution of decentralized compute, the importance of token economics grounded in real fundamentals, and how DePIN projects can scale by focusing on specific customer segments. Tom also discusses his work building the Deep In ecosystem through events and podcasts. Guest: Tom Trowbridge: Co-founder of Fluence Labs (decentralized compute platform), co-founder of Hedera Hashgraph (top 20 Layer 1 blockchain), host of Deep In podcast, organiser of Deep In Day events. Former Goldman Sachs and venture capital investor. Connect with Tom Trowbridge: - Twitter: @TomTrowbridge - Website: fluence.network - Deep In Space: deepinspace.co Key Topics Discussed: - Tom's transition from traditional finance to Web3 and co-founding Hedera Hashgraph in 2017 - How Fluence Labs aggregates enterprise-grade compute from top-tier data centres at up to 70% lower costs - The difference between decentralized compute, storage, and bandwidth in the DePIN space - Why institutional investors will demand real fundamentals and transparent metrics in DePIN projects - Fluence's token staking model that creates direct economic alignment between network growth and token demand - The strategic focus on third-party node providers as the first customer segment - How decentralized networks enable price discovery and eliminate vendor lock-in - The Deep In Space ecosystem: 13 events across nine cities and 70+ podcast episodes - Tom's DePIN Token Economics paper analyzing 30+ projects - Why buy-and-burn mechanisms provide verifiable revenue proof superior to traditional audits - The debate between buy-and-burn versus staking rewards for token holders - Challenges of privacy and security in decentralized compute using trusted execution environments - Lessons from cloud computing adoption and why decentralized compute is the next evolution - How Fluence abstracts crypto complexity for both providers and customers - The importance of SLAs (service level agreements) for enterprise adoption - Why 2026 will be a significant year for DePIN revenue across the sector Notable Quotes: "DePIN is not a meme." "If you have a project that's generating revenue and there's zero buy-burn, I can't think of a reason to hold the token." "We're offering similar, if not the same machines, same kind of reliability in top-tier data centres. You don't have the brand name." "The idea is you're on it for that feature [price discovery] more than you're on it because it is decentralized." "Every evolution in technology happens faster than the previous." "Institutional investors are gonna demand very different things than what retail has demanded." UnBlock'd podcast with Dr. Jemma Green For more information on Dr. Jemma Green Visit: https://www.powerledger.io/ Or connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jemmagreen/ ------------------------------------------------------------- Produced by: Podcasts Done For You View this episode on YouTube @PodcastsDoneForYou_clients

    45분
  3. From Renewable Energy to Web3 with Ryan Zurrer

    2025. 10. 16.

    From Renewable Energy to Web3 with Ryan Zurrer

    Unblock'd Podcast: From Renewable Energy to Web3 with Ryan Zurrer Summary: In this episode, Dr. Jemma Green talks with Ryan Zurrer, a former renewable energy executive turned Web3 pioneer and crypto investor. Ryan shares his journey from managing large-scale wind projects in Brazil to becoming a key player in the world of Bitcoin, Ethereum, and NFT art. The conversation covers the intersection of energy and blockchain, the evolution of NFTs, and the future of digital art and decentralized finance. Guest: Ryan Zurrer: Founder of Dialectic and Vine Ventures, early investor in Ethereum, MakerDAO, Polkadot, Filecoin, and more. NFT art collector and advocate for digital artists. Key Topics Discussed: Ryan’s transition from renewable energy in Brazil to full-time crypto investingHow Bitcoin solved personal remittance challenges and sparked his interest in cryptoEarly investments in Ethereum and involvement in the DeFi movementThe rise of NFTs and their impact on digital art and artist collectibilityWhy top digital artists choose Ethereum for minting their workThe role of tokenization in energy markets and the future of carbon creditsThe evolution of decentralized finance (DeFi) and real-world asset tokenizationRyan’s work with Dialectic, Vine Ventures, and the “one of one” NFT art collectionThe importance of machine learning and automation in capital allocationThe future of NFTs beyond art, including real estate, legal contracts, and event accessThe launch of Macina, on-chain infrastructure for capital allocators Notable Quotes: “The lowest cost of energy wins in the end.”“NFTs solved a real problem for digital artists: provenance and collectibility.”“We probably don’t have our end state blockchain yet—the winner may not even exist.”“Compound interest is the strongest force in the universe.” UnBlock'd podcast with Dr. Jemma Green For more information on Dr. Jemma Green Visit: https://www.powerledger.io/ Or connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jemmagreen/ ------------------------------------------------------------- Produced by: Podcasts Done For You View this episode on YouTube @PodcastsDoneForYou_clients

    46분
  4. Self-Amending Blockchains: Arthur Breitman on Tezos Governance Innovation and Crypto Treasury Strategies

    2025. 09. 18.

    Self-Amending Blockchains: Arthur Breitman on Tezos Governance Innovation and Crypto Treasury Strategies

    In this episode of Unblock'd, host Dr. Jemma Green speaks with Arthur Breitman, founder of Tezos, about revolutionary blockchain governance and the future of self-amending protocols. Episode Highlights: Arthur's vision for Tezos as the world's first self-amending blockchain that upgrades itself based on token holder decisionsHow Tezos eliminates hard forks through formal on-chain governance mechanismsThe genesis of Tezos as the original proof of stake blockchain with advanced smart contract programming languagesThe thriving art ecosystem on Tezos including platforms like objkt.com and Hic et NuncGenerative art communities and why visual artists choose Tezos for their workThe upcoming AAA game Reaper Actual and EVM compatibility through EtherlinkArthur's perspective on Bitcoin treasury companies and the risks of leveraged crypto holdingsThe future of blockchain governance and scaling solutionsHow technical innovation is addressing information inequality and individual sovereignty Connect with Arthur Breitman: Twitter: @ArthurBGitHub: murbardLinkedIn: Arthur Breitman (via Tezos Foundation) Connect with Tezos: Website: tezos.comBlog: spotlight.tezos.comTwitter: @tezosTelegram: t.me/TezosPlatformTelegram Announcements: t.me/TezosAnnouncementsDeveloper Portal: docs.tezos.comCareers: careers.tezos.comWhite Paper: White paperPosition Paper: Position Paper UnBlock'd podcast with Dr. Jemma Green For more information on Dr. Jemma Green Visit: https://www.powerledger.io/ Or connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jemmagreen/ ------------------------------------------------------------- Produced by: Podcasts Done For You View this episode on YouTube @PodcastsDoneForYou_clients #Unblockd #Tezos #BlockchainGovernance #SelfAmending #ProofOfStake #CryptoArt #GenerativeArt #DeFi #BlockchainInnovation #CryptoTreasury

    52분
  5. Sustainable Data Infrastructure: Clara Tsao on Filecoin's Vision for AI and Climate-Friendly Storage (Part 2)

    2025. 09. 04.

    Sustainable Data Infrastructure: Clara Tsao on Filecoin's Vision for AI and Climate-Friendly Storage (Part 2)

    In this episode, Dr. Jemma Green continues her conversation with Clara Tsao, co-founder of Filecoin Green, to explore how Filecoin is leading the way in sustainable, climate-friendly data storage for the age of AI. Discover how decentralized infrastructure, renewable-powered data centers, and real-time data verification are shaping the future of technology. Key Topics: The vision behind Filecoin Green and sustainable data storageHow solar and renewable energy power decentralized data centersReal-time data verification and climate change data integrityClara Tsao’s journey from national security to blockchain innovationThe impact of disinformation and the importance of data transparencyThe future of AI, decentralization, and secure infrastructureRepurposing infrastructure and the Web3 market for storageFilecoin’s partnerships in AI, compute, and GPU servicesPersonal insights and closing thoughts from Clara and the hosts Guest: Clara Tsao — Co-founder, Filecoin Green 🔗 Resources MentionedFilecoin Green: https://green.filecoin.ioFilecoin Orbit: https://orbit.filecoin.ioSustainable Blockchain Summit: https://sbs.techProtocol Labs Research: https://research.protocol.aiEnergy Web Foundation: https://energyweb.org 📱 Connect with Our GuestLinkedIn: Clara TsaoTwitter: @filecoinFilecoin Foundation UnBlock'd podcast with Dr. Jemma GreenFor more information on Dr. Jemma Green Visit: https://www.powerledger.io/ Or connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jemmagreen/ ------------------------------------------------------------- Produced by: Podcasts Done For You View this episode on YouTube @PodcastsDoneForYou_clients 🏷️ Hashtags#SustainableTech #AIInfrastructure #SolarDataCenters #FilecoinGreen #RenewableEnergy #ClimateTech #AIPartnerships #GreenComputing #DigitalInfrastructure #WealthBuilding

    27분
  6. Building the Web's Memory: Clara Tsao on Filecoin's Mission to Democratize Data Storage

    2025. 08. 21.

    Building the Web's Memory: Clara Tsao on Filecoin's Mission to Democratize Data Storage

    Guest: Clara Tsao Founding Officer, Filecoin FoundationCo-Founder, Trust & Safety Professional AssociationFormer Presidential Innovation Fellow & DHS Senior AdvisorAtlantic Council Senior Fellow (Digital Forensic Research Lab) Episode Description: In this illuminating conversation, Clara Tsao shares her remarkable journey from Presidential Innovation Fellow to blockchain executive. As a Founding Officer at Filecoin Foundation, Clara is building decentralized storage infrastructure to preserve humanity's most important information while creating a more open web. Clara's unique perspective spans government service, where she developed counter-terrorism strategies at DHS, to her current work advancing Web3 adoption. She discusses how her experience analyzing foreign influence operations informs her approach to building trusted digital infrastructure and the evolution of trust and safety in the AI era. Key Learning Points: How decentralized storage is transforming data sovereignty in the AI eraThe critical intersection between national security expertise and Web3 developmentPractical approaches to building trust in digital spaces amid increasing AI-generated contentThe future of internet governance and preserving democratic values through technologyBridging traditional tech, government, and Web3 communities for greater innovation Topics Covered: Clara's journey from Presidential Innovation Fellow to Filecoin FoundationThe technical and adoption challenges facing Web3 infrastructureHow trust and safety is evolving in response to AI-generated contentThe tension between decentralization principles and regulatory needsFuture trends in digital forensics and countering disinformation Resources Mentioned: Filecoin Foundation: fil.orgTrust & Safety Professional Association: tspa.orgAtlantic Council's Digital Forensic Research Lab: dfrlab.org Connect with Clara Tsao: Twitter: @tweetclaritaLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/claratsaoWebsite: claratsao.com Relevant Hashtags: #Blockchain #Web3 #DecentralizedStorage #TrustAndSafety #FilecoinFoundation #NationalSecurity #DigitalTrust #CivicTech #Unblockd #CryptoInnovation UnBlock'd podcast with Dr. Jemma Green For more information on Dr. Jemma Green Visit: https://www.powerledger.io/ Or connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jemmagreen/ ------------------------------------------------------------- Produced by: Podcasts Done For You View this episode on YouTube @PodcastsDoneForYou_clients

    29분
  7. Decentralized Computing Revolution: Alessandro De Carli on Acura's Real-World Applications (Part 2)

    2025. 08. 07.

    Decentralized Computing Revolution: Alessandro De Carli on Acura's Real-World Applications (Part 2)

    In this episode, Dr. Jemma Green continues her conversation with Alessandro De Carli, exploring how Aura’s smartphone-based computing network is disrupting traditional data centers. Discover the sustainability benefits of repurposing old phones, practical applications in web scraping and AI, and the competitive edge of decentralized computing. Highlights: Overview of Aura’s real-world applications.Hear firsthand experiences of onboarding and running Aura processors.Learn how upcycling smartphones contributes to environmental sustainability.Strategies for growing the Aura network and educating users.Real-world examples: from web3 security to large-scale web scraping and AI.How Aura’s decentralized approach challenges big cloud providers.Addressing risks, bandwidth, and safety for users and providers.Final thoughts, takeaways, and a look at the future of decentralized computing. Key Takeaways: Aura leverages old smartphones for powerful, energy-efficient computing.The network supports a range of applications, including web3, AI, and data scraping.Decentralized computing offers privacy, cost, and sustainability advantages over traditional cloud services.Community growth and education are crucial for adoption. Connect & Learn More: Learn more about Aura: Aura WebsiteGuest: Alessandro De Carli UnBlock'd podcast with Dr. Jemma Green For more information on Dr. Jemma Green Visit: https://www.powerledger.io/ Or connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jemmagreen/ ------------------------------------------------------------- Produced by: Podcasts Done For You View this episode on YouTube @PodcastsDoneForYou_clients

    25분
  8. Revolutionizing Decentralized Computing: Alessandro De Carli on Acurast's Mobile Device Network (Part 1)

    2025. 07. 24.

    Revolutionizing Decentralized Computing: Alessandro De Carli on Acurast's Mobile Device Network (Part 1)

    In this episode of Unblock'd, Dr. Jemma Green sits down with Alessandro De Carli, co-founder of Acurast, to explore how this innovative platform is revolutionizing decentralized computing by harnessing the power of everyday smartphones. Alessandro reveals how Acurast allows people to contribute their mobile devices to a global computing network that already includes over 106,000 devices and 800,000 CPU cores across 140 countries. With his background as former lead mobile security engineer at Credit Suisse, he explains how Acurast leverages trusted execution environments to create a secure, unstoppable computing infrastructure that rivals traditional data centers. Key topics covered include: How Acurast gives mobile devices a second life in a world where 1.4 billion new phones enter the market annuallyThe surprising computing power of modern smartphones compared to traditional serversSecurity advantages of mobile trusted execution environments for confidential computingToken economics that balance inflation, rewards, and usage fees to create a sustainable ecosystemReal-world applications including securing $100 million worth of Bitcoin through wrapped tokens Whether you're interested in Web3 infrastructure, alternative computing models, or innovative token economics, this episode provides valuable insights into how decentralized networks are challenging traditional computing paradigms. ------------------------------------------------------------ Guest: Alessandro De Carli from Acurast ------------------------------------------------------------ UnBlock'd podcast with Dr. Jemma Green For more information on Dr. Jemma Green Visit: https://www.powerledger.io/ Or connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jemmagreen/ ------------------------------------------------------------- Produced by: Podcasts Done For You View this episode on YouTube @PodcastsDoneForYou_clients

    29분

소개

Unblock’d is your gateway into the dynamic world of investors and entrepreneurs, featuring insightful conversations at the intersection of entrepreneurship, tokenisation, and Web3. Hosted by Dr. Jemma Green, co-founder and Chairman of Powerledger, this podcast delves into the current market landscape and explores future trends. Each episode provides a unique perspective on investors and entrepreneurs journeys, offering valuable insights for how companies approach their business and those seeking to raise capital or already navigating the investment landscape along with how investors approach investing in the market. Join us as we uncover the stories behind investing and innovations doing good and doing well.