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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 conversation with Manos, we speed-introduce WeatherXM - the citizens-run weather network that aims to solve weather prediction problems around the world.
We discuss the evolution of their hardware technology, the significant pivot towards integrating cryptocurrency, and the innovative approaches they are taking to enhance weather data collection and distribution.
The discussion covers the challenges faced in hardware development, the transition to a new business model, and the future direction of WeatherXM in the context of community impact and technological advancements.
Takeaways
WeatherXM started as a project among colleagues in a research facility.
The initial weather stations were outdated and not suitable for modern needs.
In 2018, the team decided to create their own hardware from scratch.
They faced challenges in mass production and shifted to modifying existing products.
The pivot to integrating cryptocurrency changed their business model significantly.
The new weather stations utilize cryptographic proofs for data integrity.
Innovations include low-level sensors and multiple communication protocols.
The company has expanded its reach to over 80 countries.
They aim to support industrial use cases with modular hardware.
The focus is on community involvement and providing weather data to underserved areas.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
00:33 The Journey to Crypto
01:11 Developing WeatherXM Hardware
03:06 The Crypto Pivot
05:03 Exploring Filecoin and Helium
06:19 Formation of WeatherXM in Switzerland
06:56 Separation of Entities and the Association
07:02 Sales and Expansion
07:59 Plans for Mainnet Launch
08:36 Future Steps for WeatherXM
09:33 Spotlighting Builders Artists Projects Video.mp4
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