Today’s guest is Chinmay Patel, Co-founder and CEO of PERCS a company that makes NFTs useful in the digital and real world. Having worked and partnered with major brands like Playboy, Budweiser, and Shopify to integrate and use digital collectibles, PERCS is on a mission to onboard 1,000,000 brands to Web3

We explored the differences between current Web2 fan engagement vs Web3’s, whether we’re living in a hype bubble, and how brands are going to onboard the masses.

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EXPLORE PERCS
Website: https://getpercs.com/

OUTLINE
00:00:00 - Intro
00:07:23 - Conviction in the potential of blockchain technology
00:15:20 - The Potential of Web3 for Users and Brands
00:23:27 - The Future of Web3
00:31:30 - Building Relationships and Trust with Users
00:38:59 - Improving User Experience and Account Abstraction

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In this episode, I'm joined by Alexandra Lutchman, founder of Rhodium Labs and Tomorrow. She is responsible for crafting compelling product ideas drawing on deep customer insights, architecting the product vision and bridging engineering and design functions to create a landmark customer experience.

We explored the beauty and impact of Bitcoin, its potential to transform our society, and the significant challenges faced when integrating emerging tech into the financial sector.

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CONNECT WITH ALEXANDRA
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EXPLORE TOMORROW
Website: https://www.tmrw.so/

OUTLINE
00:00:00 - Introduction to Tomorrow: The Banking Solution for Bitcoin
00:05:16 - Introduction to the Cash Account and Cross-border Banking
00:10:29 - The Importance of Self-Sovereignty in Bitcoin
00:15:32 - Challenges in Educating and Understanding Users
00:20:39 - Improving User Experience in Web3
00:26:00 - The Impact of Bitcoin and Artificial Intelligence on the Financial Industry
00:30:58 - Raising Money in the Crypto Space
00:36:20 - Addressing Privacy in Transactions
00:41:21 - The Value of Bitcoin and User-Friendly Apps
00:46:34 - A Small and Connected World

PODCAST INFO
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In this episode, I am joined by Anastasia Stepanova, a space journalist and space scientist completing her PhD in Space Resources. She was the first female test participant in a dry immersion experiment and was a mission specialist in international isolation for the SIRIUS19 mission.

We explored the hardest challenges with space exploration, the missions she’s taken part of and the importance of female voices in science, and life beyond our planet.

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CONNECT WITH ANASTASIA
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anastasia-stepanova-8344382a/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/AnastasiiaStep

OUTLINE
00:00:00 - Exploring the Challenges of Space Exploration
00:03:49 - The Humility of a Cosmonaut Professor
00:07:32 - Challenges of Recruiting Martian Crew
00:11:10 - Successful Crew Collaboration
00:15:00 - The Hydrophobic Bath Experiment
00:18:57 - Pushing for Female Participation in Space Experiments
00:21:45 - Solving the Challenge of Bathroom Facilities for Women in Space
00:22:24 - Evolving Perception of Space Exploration
00:22:32 - The Importance of Space Journalism
00:26:40 - Civilian Space Flights and Fulfilling Dreams
00:30:40 - The Importance of Proper Space Training and Collaboration on Earth
00:34:22 - The Search for Intelligent Life Beyond Earth
00:38:10 - The Challenges of Advanced Technology in Space Travel
00:42:08 - The Challenge of Reporting Mental Health in Astronaut Training
00:45:45 - Hazards of Space Tourism

PODCAST INFO
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Bader is an Account Manager at Wavo, a marketing and analytics company in the music industry. He's responsible for managing media campaigns and developing digital strategies for major releases.

Together we explore how AI integration can expand our creative boundaries, the concerns about AI replacing human artists, what becomes possible due to the democratization of music creation with AI voices, and of course the ethical considerations of mimicking the voice of an artist, alive or deceased.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/baderalhasani/

OUTLINE

00:00 - Intro

1:25 - Fear or uncertainty within the music industry

6:14 - Artists using AI

10:15 - AI replacing artists

19:20 - Democratizing music creation

28:51 - What is the musical experience humans enjoy

31:41: Ownership and rights

39:20: Security concerns

44:30: Looking forward

PODCAST INFO

Website: ⁠⁠http://nowandnext.space/⁠⁠

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Brett Hornung is a Manager at Accenture working on bringing Web3 to enterprise clients. In this episode, we explore the future of the Internet, Web3's impact on loyalty points, the value of digital ownership, and the importance of a democratic Internet. Join us for a thought-provoking conversation that will challenge your perceptions and inspire you to reimagine the possibilities. Please support the podcast by checking out our (unofficial) sponsors: - Riverside: ⁠https://riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_1&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=nowandnext⁠ - Govee: ⁠http://cagovee.refr.cc/Nowandnext⁠ - Hypefury: ⁠https://hypefury.com/?via=now--next-podcast39   CONNECT WITH BRETT LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bretthornung/ Brett's Newsletter: https://web3simplified.ck.page/subscribe OUTLINE 00:00 - Intro 1:07 - Future of the Internet 9:20 - Web3 business model 12:10 - Loyalty points in Web3 15:15 - Traditional enterprise adoption 19:23 - Blueprint for general adoption 29:20 - Ownership 40:10 - Democratic internet 44:18 - Regulation   PODCAST INFO Website: ⁠⁠http://nowandnext.space/⁠⁠ Spotify: ⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/4rUpaCrTUaHnNYn8qU8mgd?si=9352f670d0b3432b⁠⁠ Apple Podcast: ⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/now-next/id1687425902⁠⁠ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@NowAndNextPodcast⁠⁠ Tiktok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@nowandnextpod⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/nowandnextpod⁠⁠ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@nowandnextpod LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/nowandnextpod⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/nowandnextpod/⁠⁠ RSS: ⁠⁠https://anchor.fm/s/df328bf8/podcast/rss⁠⁠   SOCIAL Twitter: ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/evanpitchie⁠⁠ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@evanpitchie LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/evanpitchie/⁠

David Oram is the co-founder and CEO of LUCA Theory, the power of collective intelligence and decentralization to support large-scale decision-making. We dive into the mechanisms of his innovative platform, exploring how knowledge is rewarded and how such incentives can power transformative decisions across sectors.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone intrigued by the future of collective intelligence, digital ownership, and the significant role AI will play in our rapidly evolving world. Please support the podcast by checking out our (unofficial) sponsors:

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CONNECT WITH DAVID

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidoram8/

LUCA Theory: https://www.lucatheory.com/

OUTLINE

00:00 - Intro

1:41 - LUCA Theory

17:50 - Expanding in different markets

25:00 - Uncertainty

31:40 - AI

41:00 - Challenges to overcome

42:55 - Ethics

45:02 - Vision for the future

PODCAST INFO

Website: ⁠⁠http://nowandnext.space/⁠⁠

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Chuck Lapointe is CEO of Narcity Media Group, a media organization with over 12M monthly readers housing the MTL Blog and Narcity media brands. During our conversation, we discuss the transformative role of AI in the media industry, how AI is being used to enhance workflows, boost user engagement, and automate mundane tasks while preserving the vital human touch in journalism.

We dive into the strategic shift from ad-reliant to membership-based revenue models and the essential balance between AI implementation and maintaining brand identity. From the rise of opinion-based reporting to the ethical use of AI, Chuck offers a concise glimpse into the dynamic future of AI in the media industry.

Please support the podcast by checking out our (unofficial) sponsors: - Riverside: ⁠https://riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_1&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=nowandnext⁠ - Govee: http://cagovee.refr.cc/Nowandnext⁠ and receive 8$ off   CONNECT WITH CHUCK LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charleslapointe/ Narcity Media Group: https://www.narcitymedia.com/ MTL Blog: https://www.mtlblog.com/   OUTLINE 00:00 - Intro

1:06 - Implementing and using AI

7:26 - Opinion-based news

9:45 - Meaning of truth

12:39 - AI to enhance engagement and workflow

16:27 - New direction of Narcity Media Group

24:00 - Subscription model

25:34 - Ethics

29:11 - AI on jobs

30:56 - Future of membership

33:46 - Views on AI

35:52 - Journalist-reader relationship

39:30 - NFTs

41:20 - Vision for the future   PODCAST INFO Website: ⁠⁠http://nowandnext.space/⁠⁠ Spotify: ⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/4rUpaCrTUaHnNYn8qU8mgd?si=9352f670d0b3432b⁠⁠ Apple Podcast: ⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/now-next/id1687425902⁠⁠ Youtube: ⁠⁠https://youtube.com/@NowAndNextPodcast Tiktok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@nowandnextpod⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/nowandnextpod⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/nowandnextpod⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/nowandnextpod/⁠⁠ RSS: ⁠⁠https://anchor.fm/s/df328bf8/podcast/rss⁠⁠   SOCIAL Twitter: ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/evanpitchie⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/evanpitchie/⁠

Irbaz Wahab is a lawyer that advises small to medium size portfolio managers, dealers, investment fund managers, and innovative tech companies on how to navigate the complex legal and regulatory risks associated with digital assets, crypto infrastructure, privacy, registration requirements and ongoing securities compliance.

During our discussion, we delve into a wide range of fascinating topics. We begin by exploring the fundamental purpose of regulation and dispelling common misconceptions surrounding its role in the technology sector. We then tackle the thought-provoking question of whether technology and regulation can ever evolve at the same pace, considering the rapid advancements in the digital realm.

One of the key highlights of our conversation is the exploration of how founders utilizing innovative technologies can safeguard themselves in legal matters. We shed light on the conflicts some visionary entrepreneurs encounter when championing the cause of decentralization while simultaneously engaging with centralized entities such as the federal government.

It is essential to note that while our discussion offers valuable insights, it is crucial to consult with a qualified legal professional for personalized advice.

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LINKS MENTIONED

⁠https://termly.io/⁠

⁠https://www.securities-administrators.ca/resources/regulatory-sandbox/⁠

⁠https://www.oscinnovation.ca/launchPad⁠

CONNECT WITH IRBAZ

LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/irbaz-wahab-71340985/⁠

Cloudhaus Law: ⁠https://www.cloudhauslaw.com/⁠

OUTLINE

00:00 - Intro

2:45 - Importance of regulation

10:35 - Common challenges

14:29 - Terms and conditions

23:06 - Rate of innovation and regulation

31:03 - Working with young founders

33:59 - Finding a good lawyer

36:52 - Shareholder agreement

42:30 - Respecting local geography laws

46:20 - How to get into legal trouble

48:35 - Advice to young founders

PODCAST INFO

Website: ⁠http://nowandnext.space/⁠

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