Blockleaders Podcast

1. Dominick Schmidt, Polygon Miden - Scaling Privacy with Zero-Knowledge Proofs: Polygon Miden’s Approach

Dominik Schmidt, co-founder of Polygon Miden, believes that privacy is both a human right and a practical necessity for scaling blockchain technology. Speaking at the DCC Shielding Summit, Schmidt outlined how zero-knowledge proofs (ZKPs) allow users to execute transactions privately while improving scalability.

"With ZKPs, transaction data remains private, and the blockchain tracks only a commitment," Schmidt explained. This approach not only enhances privacy but also enables parallel transaction execution, significantly increasing throughput.

Schmidt acknowledged the challenges of usability, particularly as users must now manage their own data. To address this, Polygon Miden is developing decentralized storage solutions and refining developer tools, such as a Rust compiler for easier smart contract creation.

Citing regulatory interest, Schmidt noted that privacy-preserving technologies are increasingly viewed as essential for large-scale applications, including central bank digital currencies. "Current solutions are not sufficient, privacy-wise or scalability-wise," he said.

Polygon Miden’s focus on privacy, scalability, and user-friendly tools positions it as a leader in next-generation blockchain innovation.

Lasha Antadze, founder of Rarimo - Verifiable Anonymity for Everyday Use: Rarimo’s Identity Innovation

Lasha Antadze, founder of Rarimo, showcased how zero-knowledge identity systems can transform privacy during his talk at the DCC Shielding Summit. "We focus on verifiable anonymity—proving who you are without revealing more than necessary," he explained.

Rarimo’s technology allows users to tap their passport on a phone to securely verify attributes like age, citizenship, or uniqueness without exposing personal data. This approach has already been implemented in real-world use cases, including a voting application with 60,000 participants, many of whom were non-crypto users.

Antadze highlighted the importance of intuitive user experiences in driving adoption. Rarimo abstracts blockchain complexity, making it simple for users to interact with privacy-focused applications. "The goal is to make privacy effortless for everyone," he said.

Looking ahead, Rarimo aims to expand its work into governance and decentralized social applications, ensuring privacy remains central as digital systems evolve.

Mark Bungard, head of Product Partisia - Privacy and Transparency in Action: Partisia’s Real-World Use Cases

Mark Bungard, Head of Product at Partisia, highlighted the transformative potential of combining privacy and transparency during his talk at the DCC Shielding Summit. "For privacy to be real, you also need transparency," he explained, emphasizing the balance between protecting sensitive data and enabling auditability.

Partisia’s solutions are already making an impact in healthcare and identity management. In Denmark, the company’s multi-party computation (MPC) technology allows encrypted healthcare data to be analyzed securely, unlocking valuable insights without exposing sensitive information.

Bungard also discussed the potential of blockchain-based identity systems. These enable individuals to prove key attributes, like citizenship or student status, without revealing unnecessary personal details. "Selective disclosure allows users to share only what’s needed, protecting their privacy while ensuring trust," he noted.

Through practical applications and privacy-first innovation, Partisia is setting a strong precedent for the future of secure data management.

Yannik Schrade, CEO of Arcium - Unlocking Confidential Computing: Arcium’s Push for Privacy and Usability

Schrade described decentralized confidential computing as the "missing link for distributed systems" during his talk at the DCC Shielding Summit. Schrade emphasized that confidentiality is essential for unlocking advanced use cases, including confidential AI and DeFi, while ensuring sensitive data remains protected.

Arcium focuses on eliminating usability barriers, ensuring that both developers and end users can access privacy technologies effortlessly. "The end user should never notice they are using confidential computing technology," Schrade noted, emphasizing low latency and seamless integration as key goals.

Schrade also highlighted a recent milestone: Arcium’s acquisition of a leading Web2 confidential computing company. By integrating its technology and open-sourcing previously proprietary patents, Arcium is bridging the gap between Web2 and Web3.

With its focus on usability, scalability, and innovation, Arcium is setting a new standard for privacy-enhanced applications across industries.

Martin Leclerc Dev Rel for iEXEC - Simplifying Privacy Through Confidential Computing: iExec’s Mission

Martin Leclerc, Developer Relations at iEXEC, emphasized the importance of making privacy-enhancing technologies both accessible and secure during his talk at the DCC Shielding Summit. "Privacy must be built by design and be user-friendly to ensure trust," he noted.

iEXEC focuses on confidential computing, enabling users and developers to retain full control of their data. Leclerc highlighted how hardware advancements, such as Intel’s upcoming TDX chips, are improving the usability of privacy-preserving solutions. These advancements reduce complexity, making it easier for developers to integrate privacy technologies seamlessly.

Leclerc also called for collaboration between privacy tech providers and regulators, noting that "working with compliance entities like GDPR and MiCA is essential for mass adoption." He advocated for hybrid approaches that combine secure enclaves, multi-party computation, and zero-knowledge proofs for enhanced security and usability.

By simplifying complex systems and fostering cooperation, iEXEC is driving the evolution of privacy technologies toward broader adoption.

1. Jovonni Martinez, Agoric - Bridging Security and Accessibility: Agoric’s Developer-Focused Approach

Jovonni Martinez, Developer Relations Engineer at Agoric, views the balance between security and usability as key to blockchain adoption. Martinez highlighted Agoric’s unique approach: leveraging JavaScript-based smart contracts to make privacy-preserving technologies more accessible to developers.

"Developers shouldn’t need to become cryptography experts to build secure applications," Martinez explained. Agoric’s system allows for asynchronous execution and integration of AI capabilities, simplifying the development process while ensuring robust security.

Martinez emphasized the importance of collaboration with regulatory bodies, noting that compliance must be a priority for the industry to achieve mass adoption. "We love the Cypherpunk ideology, but to be taken seriously, we have to work with nation-states and regulators," he said.

Through innovative tools and a focus on developer empowerment, Agoric is advancing privacy-first solutions without sacrificing usability, paving the way for broader blockchain integration.

1. Adrianne Youngman, CEO of Partisia Blockchain - Unlocking Privacy with Better User Experience: Partisia's Vision

Adrienne Youngman, CEO of Partisia Blockchain, believes that privacy and usability can coexist to drive innovation. Youngman highlighted how self-custody of data can enhance user experiences while ensuring security.

Using multi-party computation (MPC), Partisia enables users to perform complex tasks, like credit scoring or anti-money laundering checks, with minimal friction. "Users can complete processes with a single click, reducing churn while meeting regulatory demands," she explained.

Youngman emphasized that privacy isn’t just about protection—it’s also a regulatory necessity. She cited Partisia’s work with the Danish government, where encrypted health data allows insights without exposing sensitive information.

As AI accelerates data collection and usage, Youngman sees privacy-preserving technologies as crucial. She warned that unchecked AI could compromise trust in digital systems, making self-custody and privacy-by-design vital safeguards.

By combining cutting-edge cryptography with user-friendly solutions, Partisia is demonstrating how privacy-focused technologies can unlock new possibilities across industries while protecting individual freedoms.

1. Shahaf Bar-Gellen, CEO of COTI - Privacy by Design: COTI's Approach to Balancing Security and Usability

Shahaf Bar-Geffen, CEO of COTI, believes that privacy should be the default in blockchain technology—intuitive, seamless, and non-intrusive for users. Bar-Geffen emphasized the importance of "selective disclosure," a framework that allows users to share only the information they choose while maintaining control over their data.

COTI's privacy-centric Ethereum layer 2 enables developers and users to decide what aspects of their transactions remain private. This approach abstracts the complexity of privacy-preserving technologies, making them as user-friendly as mainstream applications like WhatsApp. "People should assume privacy is there by default," Bar-Geffen explained, highlighting COTI’s commitment to simplifying advanced cryptographic solutions for everyday use.

Bar-Geffen is also excited about recent advancements like "garbled circuits," a multi-party computation technique that significantly enhances performance and scalability. This innovation runs 3,000 times faster than other solutions, ensuring that privacy-preserving technologies don’t hinder user experience.

AI, Bar-Geffen noted, plays a critical role in this landscape. With growing reliance on data for AI model training, privacy-preserving techniques like federated learning are essential. These methods allow organizations to collaborate on AI development without exposing sensitive data, bridging the gap between innovation and security.

For Bar-Geffen, the goal is clear: to create an "HTTPS moment" for blockchain, where encryption becomes the standard, enabling mass adoption and safeguarding user trust. By focusing on privacy as a foundational element, COTI is paving the way for a future where users no longer see privacy as a trade-off but as a given. "It’s about enabling innovation," he said, "while protecting individual and institutional secrets."

With its focus on usability, compliance, and cutting-edge technology, COTI is shaping a privacy-first approach to blockchain that resonates across industries.

1. Henry De Valence, CEO of Penumbra - Bridging Privacy and Usability: Penumbra's Vision for the Future of Blockchain

In an era where privacy and usability often seem at odds, Henry de Valence, founder of Penumbra Labs, offers a compelling approach to balancing both. Speaking at the DeCC x Shielding Summit, de Valence highlighted the importance of aligning cryptographic systems with user expectations. "For a blockchain, the cryptography is the product," he explained, emphasizing that when users encounter unexpected security gaps, risks like hacks and financial losses emerge.

Penumbra Labs’ private blockchain addresses these challenges by enabling private trading, staking, and transfers on a proof-of-stake network. This ensures that users can maintain control over their financial data without compromising security. De Valence noted that privacy isn’t just an abstract concept but a practical necessity for scalable blockchain systems. "We’ve designed Penumbra to meet the real-world expectations of users, ensuring their strategies and financial histories remain secure," he said.

Drawing parallels to Signal, the secure messaging app, de Valence stressed that effective cryptography should be invisible to the user. Similarly, Penumbra aims to make privacy effortless, allowing users to interact seamlessly without needing a technical background.

As AI becomes more prevalent, de Valence underscored the importance of privacy-first infrastructure. AI’s ability to analyze and exploit data only heightens the need for private systems that align with user behavior and protect sensitive information. Penumbra’s work, he noted, extends beyond blockchain, offering lessons that could be applied across industries to safeguard interactions in an increasingly digital world.

With its focus on usability and security, Penumbra Labs is setting the standard for privacy-first systems, ensuring that blockchain technology evolves to meet the demands of both individual users and broader technological trends.

Jakob Kronbichler is the CEO and Co-founder of Clearpool ($CPOOL), the leading DeFi credit marketplace for institutions backed by leading investors, including Sequoia Capital and Wintermute. Since launching in 2022, Clearpool has originated over $590M in loans to some of the largest institutions in both TradFi and DeFi, including Wall Street giant Jane Street and listed firm Flow Traders.

It’s not often that a CEO gets voted in by his peers, but this is the starting ground for Nik Christodoulakis, CEO Enosys, a position he holds carefully. Three years ago he was CTO for Enosys (then called FLR Finance) leading the technical development of the company. The previous CEO left in unexpected circumstances and the remaining team voted him into the position.

“They persuaded me that I was ready for the position and, fast forward to now, I am pretty glad that I did.”

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Roy Hui, LightLink and Nathan Lenga, Elektrik

LightLink is a brand new Layer 2 Solution building on Ethereum and Elektrik is the very first decentralised application building on its blockchain. Elektrik is an innovative decentralised exchange focusing on providing an unrivalled trading experience with minimal fees, advanced tools and improved capital efficiency via a unique AI-driven machine learning model. The teams are remarkably aligned, to the extent where team members are shared.

It doesn’t get much more interesting than when two companies decide to cooperate together over their ideas, combine team players and share ambitions. Especially when there is a relationship built on trust, ambition and respect. This is the LightLink / Elektrik journey and it’s signposted for success.

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When faced with the question, how to protect crypto, OG Brock Pierce is circumspect. He points out that not everyone is in the same place.

“Early noobs looking to begin their journey might go to Coinbase and purchase their first $20 or $50 worth of crypto and it’s not an investment in crypto, but an investment in yourself. However, the moment you have a material investment – and that is a different amount for everybody – then it’s important to understand the basics.

“It’s always better to walk before you can run, to walk in baby steps and don’t let FOMO (fear of missing out) cloud your judgement. This is a marathon, a long game, so take you time and be informed.”

Pierce repeats the mantra of not your coins, not your keys, not your keys, not your coins. He points out that people advanced in sophistication can look at investigating yield farming or decentralized finance. He emphasizes the importance of investing in your own education.

“If you are participating in those markets, then you by necessity take on the counterparty risk associated with those platforms and how you mitigate those risks is through diversification, but not having all your eggs in one basket. If any one asset fell it won’t wreck (rek) your entire portfolio.”

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Dmitry (Dima) Buterin, avid supporter of Ukraine, serial entrepreneur and father to Vitalik

Dmitry Buterin has always been outspoken and prone to using humour to make his point. He has lived through great change in his native Soviet Union before relocating to Canada in the 90s. There he has openly criticized the brain washing of the old Soviet era and increasingly the dictatorship of Valdmir Putin. It has not earned him many friends back in Russia where even high school peers condemn his views as traitorous. In fact, what is interesting when speaking with Buterin is that he is not nationalist or even jingoistic at all. At one stage I ask him who is his tribe and his answer is: “Humanity is my tribe.”

This thread of uniqueness runs through our conversation. At the end, I suddenly realise this is the gift or the legacy Buterin has given his son, an ability to view things in new and innovative ways. There are no set nations, cultures or even people in Buterin’s worldview but a series of individuals all rubbing along in their own little bubble. Perhaps the birth of Ethereum hinges on everyone and everything being unique.

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Matej Zrimšek – Co-founder and CTO of Akshun (The Unseen Agency)

Called one of the tech-hottest CTOs in Web3 by his co-founders, Matej Zrimšek, certainly has the receipts. Holding a Bachelors in Computer Science, he went on to earn a double Masters in Computer Science and Mathematics.

“I also love algorithms and cryptography, so while my early career was in Life Sciences and included robotics programming and dabbling with 3D games and AI, it was no surprise that I soon migrated over to crypto and blockchain, first working with an arbitrage platform trading between different crypto exchanges and leveraging AI.”

Next stop was Bitstamp Cryptocurrency Exchange, which is the longest standing crypto exchange in existence. Zrimšek believes it also to be the most regulated exchange. As a Banking Technical Lead he worked with departments from across many aspects of the exchange from payments, to accounting, to treasury and even support.

At this stage, while Zrimšek knew he was working in the right sector, he also knew he wanted to be a founder and not just an employee. He wanted to put his drive and enthusiasm into a project of his own making and enjoy the full rewards of his efforts.

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Bumper your crypto and defend against price drops

Bumper is an innovative DeFi protocol that protects the value of the crypto you hold from bear cycles and market crashes and simultaneously preserves gains when the price climbs. Set the price you want to protect and if the market crashes, your asset will never fall below that price. Importantly, if your asset price pumps, you’re still capturing that value rise

Co founder of Bumper Gareth Ward talks about how Bumper was developed. In conversation with Jillian Godsil

Ben Appleby, co founder and chief product officer with The Unseen Agency

As a freelancer all this life, Ben Appleby knows good people when he meets them. And so it was with his co-founder Richard Kieswich. As soon as they met, Appleby knew this man was smart and he wanted to work with him, so relying on the adage that it pays to employ (or co-found with) people that are smarter than you, he did.

This learning was circuitous enough and came over time. Appleby did not enjoy school and only found one teacher that ‘got’ him; and he got her back by overperforming in that subject, but largely he was a fish out of water as he struggled to conform under fluorescent lights.

“As soon as I could escape, I did.”

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Marieke Flament almost passed up on the chance to move into Web3 in 2015 because in her mind bitcoin was connected with illicit substances. She was approached by a headhunter who wanted to pitch her to a bitcoin startup.

“And I thought they’d got the wrong number. I did not want to work for drug dealers.”

However, curiosity got the better of her and she decided to investigate further – to ignore the screaming news headlines of the day – with the result she ended up working with blue chip Circle headed up by Jeremy Allaire.

“That was a great privilege to enter this space and work with someone who was incredibly visionary.”

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Web3 is a wonderful cornucopia of people from all walks of life, sharing passions and looking at the transformation world of blockchain, NFTs and AI to create new experiences and adventures. Fitting right into this eclectic mix is former playwright, rugby player, sustainable food mogul and TV presenter Richard Kieswick. In his adventures along the way to Web3, he peaked hard. His play has run on the WestEnd to critical acclaim, he played semi pro rugby (his sisters played even higher), his sustainable food business was to develop into one of the first compostable coffee pod companies which was valued in excess of £10million and, yes, he was the face for a TV shopping channel, BidTV, talking to hundreds of thousands of viewers every evening for six years.

Oh, and he founded an alcoholic sausage company called Dickie’s Big Boozy Bangers which has a great line on Bloody Mary bangers amongst other flavours. Interestingly, this company gestated from a perchance for boozy bangers but is importantly a data-driven business.

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Abel Sebhatu, CEO and co-founder of Atrivr.ai – his promise is that even your granny can use this platform

Fascinated by NFTs, Abel Sebhatu decided to fix the issue of complexity and difficulty surrounding their production. In short, he wanted the process of creating an NFT to be as easy as sending a message.

His background is technical, having studied mathematics and mathematical engineering, and for the six years prior to founding his NFT platform, he worked in a mixture of sectors, some outside crypto and some directly related. His non crypto work was with a startup in the Netherlands helping small farmers in the developing world become more productive. In the crypto world he worked with decentralized storage, DeFi and NFTs.

Your host is Jillian Godsil, award winning journalist, broadcaster and author

Maria Matyushina does not do comfortable. Instead, she enjoys pushing herself in new experiences and challenges. This is reflected in her hobbies where she thrives on extreme activities such as paragliding and parachuting.  Next on her bucket list is diving with manatees.

 “I don’t do these activities every week but I love a challenge and a new adventure,” she says.

 The same love of adventure has turned her career on its head from a legal beginning to managing a team of engineers at a top Web3 NFT company.

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Thibault has over six years’ experience working in traditional finance, as a portfolio manager and leading business development initiatives for a Swiss currency overlay firm ($30bn in AUM). Thibault has been in the crypto space since 2017 and made his way full time in 2021 after a career break and moving to China to learn Mandarin full-time. At Bifrost, Thibault manages Strategic and Business development initiatives - engaging and developing strategic partnerships across blockchain and financial industries i.e. institutions (VCs, HFs, MM, LPs) and sourcing relationships with ecosystem  projects and protocols as well as identifying new opportunities (investment, revenue etc.)

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Welcome to Joining the Dots, hosted on Blockleaders (hence the funny number) In this interview Lisa Gibbons speaks with Claudio, founder of Kryptos Chain. Claudio is a leading poker influencer and content creator in the Polkadot ecosystem.

Question: What is your background in technology and Polkadot?

I used to work as a database developer before getting into blockchain and starting my YouTube channel. In 2017, a work colleague introduced me to Bitcoin, which sparked my interest in cryptocurrencies. I set up a wallet and purchased my first Bitcoin on Coinbase, a popular platform at the time. I also discovered Ethereum and Litecoin on Coinbase and decided to invest in them without fully understanding their differences. As I delved deeper into crypto, I began to grasp its technical aspects and its potential to solve issues like double spending and high transaction fees. This intrigued me, and I started researching altcoins and initial coin offerings (ICOs). In April 2018, I launched my own YouTube channel to discuss cryptocurrencies and ICOs. I was particularly drawn to the Neo ecosystem, known as the "Ethereum of China" at the time, due to its requirement for payment to list projects, which I believed would reduce scams and encourage serious development. I expanded my research to other cryptocurrencies like Cardano and Tezos and aimed to become multi-chain rather than focusing solely on Neo. In 2020, I discovered Polkadot, an interoperability ecosystem connecting different blockchains, and became fascinated by its creator, Gavin Wood, who had previously developed Ethereum's programming language, Solidity. This led me to cover Polkadot extensively on my channel, including interviews with founders and co-founders, project reviews, and providing the latest news updates.

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Interview with Danny Brown Wolf, CoS with Upland - with Jillian Godsil

Danny Brown Wolf was poached to go and work with Upland by a headhunter. She tried to refuse saying that she worked B2B, not B2C. She did not know what metaverse was being pitched.

 “When I heard Upland I thought it was gaming but the recruiter pestered me until I met Dirk and Edan (the two cofounders) and heard their vision. Then the penny dropped and I realized Upland was a blend of an economic platform. It may have started as a game, and there are gamification elements, but the real value proposition is the economy of Upland.

 “I was excited as their future plans centered on User Generated Content (UGC). The other main kicker was the metaverse was mobile first. Not everyone has or wants a headset, not even a new Apple headset, but everyone has a phone.”

Underpinning the metaverse is the community according to Brown Wolf. “We keep in mind the community at all times. It is totally transparent and in fact the community can see any changes on chain even before we announce it.

 “The community has even created analytic services that abstract data directly from the blockchain. They make decisions independent of Upland.”

Why artists are embracing NFT’s: 

Our artists love to create NFT’s as they give them a vehicle to create, sell and promote their own artistic talents and ideas rather than those asked for by art editors and creative directors in their day-to-day world of being a commercial artist.  It gives them complete artistic freedom and a sense of control over their own financial destiny while also being able to connect their own personal artistic preferences. Ultimately, with ongoing royalties written into a smart contract, it potentially gives them a revenue stream each time they are ‘flipped’ and in perpetuity.  And that’s not a bad thing!

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Mirek Kaspar is the creator of Liberverse - the metaverse for Liberland. In conversation with Jillian Godsil

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Zara Zamani is the Chief Solutions Officer (CSO) of the leading Nordic blockchain company, ChromaWay, and Co-Founder of Neoki Metaverse. She has multiple years of experience in designing blockchain platforms in tourism, healthcare, logistics, foodchain, energy, gaming, DeFi, DAOs, and now metaverse and fashion industries. She has also been involved highly in the development of innovative investment models in the crypto space. She was featured as one of the 21 women in the blockchain you should know in 2021 by Fintech Review and the 10 most influential women in technology in 2021 by Analytics Insights.

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Clem Chambers, technical innovator, entrepreneur, software expert (especially in gaming for 27 years) and best selling author - talks setting up his first business on a sixpence, hiring runaways, what's wrong with education, why crypto, his fears for young people and The Rocky Horror Show celebrating its 50th anniversary with NFTs
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Jake Lee of Uppercent talks to Jillian Godsil about building the world's first NFT marketplace dedicated to e-learning on Flare

Lindsay Asmodt, head of marketing for Upland, talks about her journey from national ice skating champion into marketing the metaverse. Your host is Jillian Godsil

Thessy Mehrain, co founder of Liquality.ie, talks about raising $7 million in 2021 and how being a female founder influences her work - most notably in creating a workspace that is rich in diversity. She is also founder of Women of Blockchain in NYC which boasts 3500 members. Your host is Jillian Godsil

Bridget Greenwood, founder of the Bigger Pie and Co-founder of the 200bn.Club talks about the issues facing female founders raising money. Pre Covid in the UK only 3% of VC money went to female only founders and post pandemic that has fallen to 1.5%. Bridget talks about changing that up - for the betterment of all. Your host is Jillian Godsil

Ayelen hails from a strong corporate background working for companies such as Bain and Revolut - and is now working in a startup which last year raised $3.5 million. She speaks about the challenges of being a female founder looking to raise money in Web3

Students Mat Bartnik and Joe Smith are building Ireland on Minecraft - in this interview they explain how the project began and how work is progressing. Your host is Jillian Godsil

BTE Ireland are the team undertaking the task of building Ireland. Their discord currently has 2000 members which is managed by a small team of 6th year students. The members , with ages ranging from 16 to 21, have done incredible work so far; they have successfully coordinated many building teams to construct some amazing well known Irish buildings and landmarks , curated a virtual community, managed multiple remote teams, produced social media content and have been active in socialising internationally.

Beginning April 20th 2020 when Mateusz Bartnik, one lone Transition year student, discovered the worldwide project and realising that there was no Irish BTE team, decided to try to contact the team that were currently managing building Ireland. After weeks of trying to get in touch with no luck, Mateusz began inviting Irish members into an “unofficial BTE Ireland '' discord server he made. He spent the next 2 months convincing the team currently managing Ireland to hand the reins to him and the newly formed “Build the Earth Ireland” team. Proving themselves more than capable after growing their member count to over 200.

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Co-founders of Salsa, Helena and Grace met at a conference before deciding the work together - and talk to the host Jillian Godsil about the challenges and benefits of working as female founders - and raising funds.

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In this podcast we sit down with Sinead Marsh, Commercial Marketing Director, and Carole Gilkes, customer services director, of Service Express were speaking about the role of women in leading roles and the opening of their engineering facility into Ireland.

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Tammy Khan, co CEO and co Founder of FYEO charts her progress from a strategic communications and philosophy degree, via a family business selling antiques on ebay to co-leading a cyber security firm working with layer one blockchains. She ‘face planted’ into tech she says and loves it.

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Lisa Gibbons sits down with BigFan Co-founder Kurt to discuss his experience in the sporting world, fan engagement and how BigFan is working with Web3 technology to provide more interaction points for fans in the future. 

Piotr Blazewicz, CEO and co founder of Coin Clash Games, talks about casual skill-based mobile games that can be played for money. In the background, reputation is maintained by recording all details on a blockchain. In addition, the platform is funded by tokens. Holders of those tokens can earn fiat from the revenue from the site. Holders can also vote on the direction of the platform.

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Hugo Philion, CEO and co founder of Flare Networks talks about the originals of the blockchain, the go live of the mainnet and the active community - A Blockchain of Data. In conversation with Jillian Godsil

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Lisa Gibbons speaks with Eddie Ibañez, CEO of LIFE Rewards, about democratizing Travel & Hospitality industry.

LIFE Rewards

LIFE Rewards offers hotel reservations which will be digitized and converted into tradable, collectible NFT’s. Based on AI now servicing a large online travel agency, LIFE will launch with discounted prices on millions of hotels globally. LIFE will be the first platform to make large volumes of hotel bookings available for trading on secondary markets, just as baseball or Broadway tickets are today. By creating liquidity in bookings, both hotels and travelers will get more flexibility and an improved booking experience. Users can pay via credit or debit card, and crypto payments will also be accepted.

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President Vit Jedlicka talks to Blockleaders host Jillian Godsil about how he set up his new country almost eight years ago with no bloodshed on the banks of the River Danube.

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Jillian Godsil speaks to crypto advisor Dinny Collins. Dinny is founder of Crypto with Dinny.   

Jillian speaks to Dinny about his financial background, investing in himself and how to retire early. And lot's about surfing.   

For more info about Crypto with Dinny visit: https://www.cryptowithdinny.com/ 

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Lisa Gibbons speaks to founder of Livetree Ashley Turing. 

Ashley Turing is the founder of Livetree social network and has been in the blockchain industry since 2015. He has a computer science background with a proven track record developing and launching apps starting his career with the founder of Winamp, one of the first ever MP3 players.

He then went on to develop the first online lottery and architected big data systems for a number of tier-1 investment banks.

Ashley has deep experience with blockchain technology and machine learning especially within media and specifically media royalties.

He has featured for Livetree on Sky News, BBC and coordinated partnerships with leading blockchains (Unique, Polkadot, Celo, Moonbeam) and with the media channels and distributors (BBC Worldwide and Endemol Shine).

For more info about Livetree visit: https://www.livetree.com/

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Jillian Godsil meets CryptoHub founder Eliran Ouzan – an entrepreneur who believes crypto is 10 years behind Web2.  At the start of our conversation, Eliran Ouzan makes two key observations. The first is that when he found Web3 he loved the sense of community, the real ability to be able to connect with a project and moreover react with it.  

“Supporters of Web3 projects can make a real difference to the project – their voice is heard,” he points out.  “They can communicate directly with the founders and in some cases vote directly on the direction of the project. This is not possible in Web2. For example, I might think Facebook is awesome but if I hold shares (unless I hold like a lot) I am not going to have any impact on the way the company is run.”  

The second observation is that while the technology is tremendous the marketing is not.  “Web3 began as a technically inspired philosophy with the emphasis on the tech. Even after 13 years and the growing momentum, the marketing is still way behind traditional Web2 companies.”  

Tune in to hear more.   

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Lisa Gibbons speaks to Giovanni Gargiulo, software engineer and CEO & Co-Founder of ArgusNFT about bringing credibility back to NFTs.  In this week's Blockleaders podcast Lisa Gibbons learns about the latest tech protecting artists in the world of NFTs.   

Giovanni's background Giovanni speaks to Lisa about his background in tech, which he has been working in for the last 14 years. Most recently he worked in ecommerce and machine learning. This is the experience he draws on for his current work at AgrusNFT.   ArgusNFT  Argus NFT is an AI powered NFT fake detection platform. It has eyes on different blockchains and scans for duplicate NFTs.   

With these NFTs the technology can check which NFT was created first thus detecting which is a copy. It protects NFT artists work and protects buyers from buying a fake asset.   

At the moment there is one recurring word in conversations about NFTs: scam. The mission, Giovanni says, is to give back credibility to the NFT industry. 

For more info about ArgusNFT visit: https://argusnft.com/ 

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In this week's Blockleaders podcast Jillian Godsil speaks to Marc Meyer and James Kouzinas, directors of Crowdz.  

In this episode we will learn about how fintech company Crowdz is changing the game for small and medium businesses. Marc and James talk to Jillian about Crowdz, the first invoice marketplace built specifically for small and mid-sized businesses.  

Crowdz is helping businesses rethink invoices, cash flow, and trade finance to improve cashflow. By replacing outdated practices Crowdz helps small and medium businesses to reduce wasted time.   

For more info about Crowdz visit: https://crowdz.io/ 

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*DISCLAIMER*: This is not financial advice.