In this episode, I sit down with Frankie from Plan X Conference to unpack how the best Web3 events are built — not just for hype, but for real decision making and strategic value. We dive into how Plan X came from a place of frustration and turned into an ecosystem that connects founders, advisors, jurisdictions, and capital. Frankie shares insights into audience curation, event formats, global trends, and what truly moves the needle for attendees and organizers today.

Whether you’re a founder planning your next move, a speaker aiming for impact, or an event organizer building something meaningful, this episode will give you a clear and practical playbook.

📌 Key Learnings & Timestamps

• 00:00 – Episode IntroWhy this conversation matters for Web3 builders and event creators.

• 01:25 – Frankie's JourneyHow frustration with disconnected events sparked the idea for Plan X.

• 03:39 – Plan X Format ExplainedMain stage, second stage, 4 exhibition zones, and deal rooms.

• 05:26 – Timing & StrategyWhy Plan X is positioned around Token2049 week.

• 06:28 – North Star MetricsPlan X isn’t about inspiration — it’s about actionable outcomes.

• 08:14 – Themes & TracksProtecting wealth, scaling capital, and diversification.

• 10:07 – What’s Trending NowTokenization, institutional crypto, mobility strategy, and AI’s role.

• 12:10 – Global Regions and MobilityHow different jurisdictions factor into wealth planning.

• 17:50 – What Makes a Successful EventFiltering content by real decision impact.

• 19:05 – Marketing & PartnershipsHow Plan X attracts quality attendees amid an overloaded week.

• 20:06 – Managing Stress & ExecutionTeam, organization, and passion as success drivers.

• 23:30 – Growth VisionFocus on quality over quantity and deliberate expansion.

• 29:29 – Speaker Invitations & PartnershipsHow people can get involved with Plan X.

Connect with PlanX and Frankie

https://planxconf.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/planxconference

info@planxconf.com

⚠️ Disclaimer

Nothing mentioned in this podcast is investment advice and please do your own research.It would mean a lot if you can leave a review of this podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and share this podcast with a friend.

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I sit down with João Simoes — a true builder, repeat founder, and one of the sharpest BD minds in Web3. We go deep on his journey from running Portugal’s first Bitcoin mining company to building and exiting a restaking startup and now co‑founding Hyperwave on Hyperliquid. We unpack why Hyperliquid is thriving, what real community‑driven growth looks like, and the problem Hyperwave is solving with standout DeFi vaults and future payment rails. We also dive into market trends, real‑world events shaping crypto, and practical advice for builders in 2026. Honest, real and full of insights.

🔑 Key Learnings & Time Stamps

• 00:00 – Intro & What to Expect
• 01:48 – João’s Origin Story: From Bitcoin Mining to Web3
• 07:20 – Why Hyperliquid Has Succeeded vs. Other Projects
• 12:51 – What Hyperwave Is Building & Why It Matters
• 16:12 – How Hyperwave Vaults Deliver High Stable Yields
• 18:39 – The Power of People, Networks & BD in Crypto
• 25:09 – The Web3 Event Landscape & Community Dynamics
• 31:45 – Vault Mechanics, Token Strategy & Integrations
• 34:38 – João’s 2026 Outlook on Markets & Crypto Trends
• 48:36 – Advice for Builders & Founders in DeFi
• 52:20 – What Hyperwave Is Looking For Now

https://discord.gg/hyperwave

⚠️ Disclaimer

Nothing mentioned in this podcast is investment advice and please do your own research.

How do you build a crypto company that lasts 11 years—and survives three brutal bear markets?

In this episode, I chat with Georgy from Wirex, a pioneering Web3 payment platform that's been quietly shaping the future of crypto usability since before Ethereum even existed. From air-dropping supplies in Antarctica to building one of the first crypto cards accepted by Visa and Mastercard, Georgy’s story is as unique as it is inspiring.

We dive into:

• What it took to build Wirex

• The explosion of stablecoins

• How to build user trust in crypto

• The future of self-custody vs custodial products

• What’s next on Wirex’s roadmap for 2026

If you’re in crypto, Web3, fintech—or just want to know how to build something that lasts—this episode is for you.

⏱️ Key Learnings & Timestamps

• (01:51) Georgy's aviation background & entry into crypto

• (03:25) The problem Wirex set out to solve: making Bitcoin usable

• (05:23) What makes Wirex unique in a crowded stablecoin space

• (06:57) Why their crypto card remains the most loved feature

• (10:59) How Wirex offers up to 8% cashback and 16% on stablecoins

• (14:03) Custodial vs self-custodial: what users really want

• (16:50) Country restrictions & realistic global expansion strategy

• (20:03) The unstoppable rise of stablecoins

• (22:11) How Wirex chooses features and avoids building the wrong thing

• (24:45) Their scrappy early marketing tactics and building community trust

• (28:26) Why trust is the real product in fintech

• (29:24) Georgy’s pick for the next crypto killer app: stablecoin payments

• (32:54) What’s on Wirex's 2026 roadmap: B2B, banking-as-a-service & more

• (34:39) Wirex's ask: partnerships, private banking clients & infra adopters

Connect:

https://www.wirexapp.com/

https://x.com/wirexapp

https://www.linkedin.com/company/wirex-limited/

https://discord.com/invite/f8UGp4dH6g

https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgysokolov/

📌 Disclaimer

Nothing mentioned in this podcast is investment advice and please do your own research.

It would mean a lot if you can leave a review of this podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and share this podcast with a friend.

Be a guest on the podcast or contact us - https://www.web3pod.xyz/