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Web3 is going to eat software! I talk with minds behind truly innovative projects using blockchain technology to solve real-world problems so you can be ahead of the curve with your knowledge or business. Discover future Amazons, Googles, and AirBnBs of the world through the exciting personal journeys of their creators!
I’ve been building and helping tech businesses since 2001. I know firsthand how important it is to constantly learn about what’s happening on the edges. How is your industry going to change and adapt to new technology? You cannot afford to ignore blockchains, AI, and LLMs, nor combinations of these. Discover new Web3 projects in areas like decentralized travel, messaging, communication, privacy, social networks, finance, and more.
Every week, I talk with one interesting builder about something fascinating from the intersection of blockchain and the real world. Hit subscribe, and get ready to learn about things that will change your life!
Summary
In this episode, BFG talks with Evin, CEO of Disco.xyz about why are digital identity and onchain credentials important to individuals and how it can be useful for companies and brands, especially in the crypto space. Evin shares her background, including her experiences working at ConsenSys and Berkshire Hathaway, and how she got into crypto.
We dive into the concept of the data backpack, why it is off-chain and how it allows individuals to carry and control their personal data. Evin explains the Disco dashboard and its role in helping ecosystem leaders understand the identities of their community. We also touch on partnerships, the future of identity, and exciting developments for Disco in 2024.
Overall this was an awesome chat and the first episode of Season 3 throuout which I will bring on more builders focused on the future of online/onchain identity and reputation. Enjoooy!
Takeaways
- Identity and on-chain credentials are important topics in the crypto space.
- The data backpack allows individuals to carry and control their personal data. It can show onchain data and allows you collect offchain data credentials as well.
- The Disco dashboard is for ecosystem leaders.
- Partnerships and collaboration are key in the blockchain ecosystem.
- The future of identity involves intelligent systems and personalized experiences.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:00 Interest in Identity and On-Chain Credentials
06:11 The Concept of Multifaceted Identity
08:34 Educational Background and Transition to Crypto
11:07 Work Experience at Berkshire Hathaway
13:31 Spinning Out of ConsenSys and Starting Disco
19:43 Collecting and Managing Data in the Backpack
21:09 The Disco Dashboard and Ecosystem Leaders
23:26 The Role of Identity Data in the Blockchain Ecosystem
25:01 The Future of Identity and Intelligent Systems
28:37 Partnerships and Collaboration
32:56 Supporting Web2 Brands in Web3
38:13 Number of Disco Backpacks
40:12 Exciting Developments for Disco in 2024
Links To My Guest
- Evin on X: https://twitter.com/provenauthority
- Disco web: https://www.disco.xyz/
- Disco Data Backpack: https://app.disco.xyz/
- Disco on X: https://twitter.com/discoxyz
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