Manuel Rinaldi, Director of QUBIC Labs shares his startup path from Italy to Silicon Valley and QUBIC Labs’ accelerator for bootstrapped founders. We explore pitch competition pressure tests, AI’s blockchain role, conversational vs. interview formats, and building traction without heavy funding. Manuel discusses Naples’ crypto scene and venture advice.
Whether you’re a founder, accelerator fan, or bootstrap believer, this episode unlocks startup success.
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Constantin Kogan, crypto pioneer from Ukraine, shares his2012 Bitcoin start on BTC-E and commodity trading roots. We dive into physical grain to blockchain, supply chain tokenization, stablecoins in emerging markets, NASDAQ’s ATS for asset tokenization, and crypto’s future. Constantin offers venture lessons and invites collabs.
Whether you’re a trader, tokenization fan, or crypto historian, this episode unlocks blockchain’s practical power.
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Amira Valliani, member of the Solana Foundation Growth team, shares her crypto journey from 2017 community-owned ideas to selling a podcast startup in 2021. We explore Solana’s DeFi and NFT boom, stablecoins’ role in emerging markets like Argentina, and blockchain’s remittance edge for affordability. Amira highlights Boston’s tech legacy and thanks Ian for fostering the ecosystem.
Whether you’re a crypto newbie, DeFi fan, or stablecoin strategist, this episode unlocks blockchain’s real-world power.
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Hovanes Gavlakian from QuickNode shares his stormy first Boston Blockchain Week encounter and blockchain’s shift from hype to utility. From supply chain transparency to NFT authenticity, he explores AI’s role in crypto, stablecoins’ future for connected data, and why not all tech needs blockchain. Hovanes offers startup advice and invites superpowers for collabs.
Whether you’re a crypto builder, AI enthusiast, or use case hunter, this episode unlocks blockchain’s practical power.
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🔗Connect with Hovanes: Telegram @web3hove
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Sergey Khusnetdinov, founder of Gain Ventures, shares his approach to funding bootstrapped startups with resources over equity. From pitch competitions designed to test founders under pressure to lessons from five ventures, Sergey explores why VC dependency can break teams, Gain’s “gain of function” philosophy, and Airbnb house bonding for portfolio companies. He discusses exiting a healthcare startup and spotting winners early.
Whether you’re a founder, investor, or bootstrap fan, this episode redefines startup success.
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Kyle Fugere, founder of Flipside Crypto, shares his path from Dunnhumby’s VC fund to blockchain analytics. From spotting stablecoins’ retail disruption in 2014 to Flipside’s AI tools for querying on-chain data, Kyle explores verifiable crypto insights, AI prompts for beginners, and Boston’s early crypto roots. He discusses payment margins at risk and Flipside’s generous free tier.
Whether you’re a data geek, VC vet, or crypto newbie, this episode unlocks blockchain’s analytical power.
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Lauren Wixom, the face of Boston Blockchain Week, shares her shift from Facebook’s “content police” to crafting AI-driven TikToks and posts for crypto events. From Decentral’s post-COVID hype to Boston Blockchain Week’s grassroots vibe, Lauren explores AI’s role in social media, event production, and building inclusive crypto communities. She offers tips for next year’s attendees and teases future collabs.
Whether you’re a marketer, Web3 fan, or event planner, this episode sparks blockchain’s social fire.
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Adam Swartzbaugh, founder of Almond Fintech, shares his mission to make global money movement accessible and affordable using AI and blockchain. From emerging markets in Southeast Asia to reducing remittance costs, Adam explores crypto bridges, stablecoins, AI routing for precision, and why blockchain outpaces traditional finance. He discusses Almond’s success and the variables impacting market dynamics.
Whether you’re in fintech, remittances, or crypto, this episode unlocks efficient global finance.
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🔗Contact Adam: adam@almondfintech.com
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Phu Styles, CEO of Blockchain PR and Decentral conferenceproducer, spills on crypto’s event scene—from Decentral Miami’s NFT galleries and Degen vibes to the Hydra Doom tournament with Charles Hoskinson. She shares emerging markets adoption in Vietnam, pushing the Clarity Act, and plans for a Las Vegas tech fest blending AI, fashion, and blockchain. Phu reflects on post-COVID crypto hype and regulatory wins like the Genius Act.
Whether you’re an event producer, crypto advocate, or Web3 builder, this episode captures blockchain’s global momentum.
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🌐Learn more about Blockchain PR: blockchainpr.io
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Antonia Kolb, President of the Harvard UndergraduateBlockchain Club and co-founder of Remora, shares her dive into blockchain as a Harvard sophomore in electrical engineering and economics. We explore Remora’splatform for tokenizing real estate into fractional shares, prioritizing security, compliance, and high-quality investments. Antonia discusses educating students on crypto’s potential, collaborating with Harvard’s law and business clubs, and why blockchain is finance’s future.
Whether you’re a student, investor, or RWA enthusiast, this episode unlocks blockchain’s real-world impact.
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🔗Explore Harvard Undergraduate Blockchain Club:soco.college.harvard.edu/349970/home
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Derek Yoo, CEO of Moonsong Labs, breaks down Web3’s “read, write, own” evolution and how AI agents can thrive on blockchain for verifiable trust. From his Boston tech roots to Algorand’s spark, Derek explores decentralization’s trade-offs, AI-blockchain hybrids for smart contracts, andwhy not everything needs to be on-chain. He shares insights on Boston’s crypto scene and the future of provable AI behavior.
Whether you’re decoding Web3 or building AI tools, this episode is your blueprint for tech’s next wave.
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🔗Explore Moonbeam: moonbeam.network
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Ready to own the future? This one’s for you.
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Yuri Cataldo, Founding Partner at Athenian Capital, AI Research Scientist at Autodesk, and Senior Fellow at The Digital Economist, returns to unpack AI agents’ hidden dangers and opportunities. From exploiting chatbots for free flights to corporate liabilities in cases like Microsoft’s Tay, Yuri dives into AI vulnerabilities, the rush to adopt without safeguards, and human-centric policy at The Digital Economist. He shares his blockchain-digital currency work and previews his upcoming paper.
Whether you’re in AI, blockchain, or policy, this episode reveals the risks and ethics shaping tech’s future.
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🔗 Explore Autodesk: autodesk.com
🌐 Visit The Digital Economist: thedigitaleconomist.org
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Ready to exploit—or secure—AI agents? This one’s for you.
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'Colorful Carl' Cleanthes, artist and advocate, returns to share his vibrant world of NFTs, live streams, and AI-driven art. Carl explores how AI LoRa models amplify his creative process, champions artists’ rights through the Graphic Artists Guild, and reveals blockchain’s power to ensure authenticity in a generative AI era.
Whether you’re an artist, NFT creator, or AI curious, this episode unlocks the future of digital art.
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🔗 Follow Colorful Carl: YouTube at Colorful Carl Art (live streams Wednesdays 8 PM Eastern) and Pixel Retentive Podcast
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Billy Sebell, Executive Director of XDC Network, shares his path from manufacturing and receivable financing to blockchain innovation. In this episode, he breaks down how XDC tokenizes RWAs for efficient trade finance, the Genius Act’s boost to stablecoins, and why regulatory clarity is unlocking capital for businesses. Billy discusses XDC’s ecosystem, from private credit to global trade, and the future of on-chain assets.
Whether you’re in finance, manufacturing, or crypto, this episode reveals blockchain’s real-world power.
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🌐 Learn more about XDC Network: xdc.org
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Matt Walsh, Founding Partner at Castle Island Ventures, dives into the explosive world of stablecoins and their pivotal role in blockchain’s future. From his early days with Fidelity’s crypto pioneers to backing cutting-edge startups, Matt unpacks why stablecoins power 70% of crypto transactions, the impact of the Clarity Act, and how regulatory clarity is fueling innovation. He also shares VC wisdom for founders and why Boston’s blockchain scene is a hotbed for disruption.
Whether you’re a startup founder or crypto enthusiast, this episode is your guide to stablecoins and the regulatory wave reshaping the industry.
Ready to ride crypto’s next wave? This one’s for you.
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🌐Learn more about Castle Island Ventures: castleisland.vc
🔗Follow Castle Island: @castleislandvc on Twitter | Listen to On the Brink at open.spotify.com/show/47aw3C5brBfL8pCIw8LrQL?si=f7c134d3509643ab
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Joel Valenzuela, aka TheDesertLynx from Dash.org, shares how Dash is pioneering crypto as true digital cash—fast, private, and usable for everything from coffee to remittances. In this episode, we explore New Hampshire’s hidden crypto history, Dash’s evolution from Bitcoin’s roots, and how AI is turbocharging blockchain development for massive efficiency gains.Joel breaks down real-world crypto adoption, from merchant tools to AI workflows, and why it’s time to ditch fiat for everyday spends.
Whether you’re a crypto user or just curious about digital money, this episode flips the script on how blockchain fits into daily life.
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🌐Learn more about Dash: dash.org
🔗Follow Dash: @Dashpay on Twitter
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Josh Deems, a crypto veteran with a decade in the game, takes us from Boston’s early Bitcoin days to leading the charge in staking infrastructure. In this episode, he unpacks the mechanics of non-custodial staking, its role in powering proof-of-stake blockchains, and hot trends like liquid staking and crypto ETPs. Josh also dives into regulatory wins, Boston’s slept-on crypto legacy, and how staking unlocks rewards for retail and institutional players alike.
Whether you’re stacking tokens or just crypto-curious, this episode is your key to understanding blockchain’s backbone.
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🌐 Learn more about Figment: figment.io
🔗 Follow Figment: @Figment_io on Twitter |youtube.com/@Figment_io
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Ready to power up your crypto knowledge? This one’s for you.
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Keli Callaghan, a driving force at Arrington Capital, takes us through her crypto journey—from tackling Algorand’s early days and a 72-page whitepaper to backing the future of digital assets. In this episode, she dives into the crypto landscape, from her role in the Celsius bankruptcy bid to Arrington’s bets on DeFi, stablecoins, and AI-driven crypto tools. Keli shares why Boston Blockchain Week 2025 is a must for connecting with crypto’s brightest minds and offers tips for founders crafting pitches that stand out.
Whether you’re deep in crypto or just exploring, this episode is your guide to the industry’s next wave.
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🌐Learn more about Arrington Capital: arringtoncapital.com
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Scams in crypto aren’t always what they seem. In this episode, Kyle sits down with Aleks Ring of Operation Shamrock to talk about the darker side of fraud in the cryptocurrency space — and the disturbing reality that many of these scams are being run by people who’ve been trafficked and forced into digital crime.
From fake profiles and romance scams to AI-generated scripts and burner wallets, Aleks breaks down how these operations work, what warning signs to watch for, and how we can protect ourselves and our communities through better awareness and smarter tech.
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In a world where your digital footprint can make you a target, Alec Harris of Haven-X is on a mission to help people stay one step ahead of the bad guys. From crypto executives to everyday Bitcoiners, Alec’s work at Haven-X blends digital and physical security to protect against sophisticated attacks—think SIM swaps, virtual kidnappings, and even home invasions. In this episode, Alec pulls back the curtain on how adversaries exploit your online presence, why your weakest link could be your downfall, and practical steps to make yourself “abort mission criteria” without sacrificing your life to paranoia.
Whether you’re deep in the crypto game or just want to lock down your digital life, Alec’s insights will change how you think about security.
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🔗 Follow Haven-X: @thehavenx on Instagram and Twitter
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If you’ve ever wondered how vulnerable your online life really is—or how to fight back—this one’s for you.
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