Future Signal

Hugh Aprile is an international development professional who currently runs the LATAM and Caribbean portfolio for one of the world's biggest nonprofits. Hugh fell into the Bitcoin rabbit hole in the pandemic and joins Jarrett to discuss how Bitcoin can transform individual lives, communities, and even organizations. Watch on Youtube - https://youtu.be/5OAyhgWzxQ4 EPISODE CHAPTERS 00:00 - Episode Intro 00:49 - Hugh Joins Future Signal - Humanitarian Case For Bitcoin 02:11 - Defining Humanitarian 04:56 - Defining Bitcoin 07:59 - Bitcoin & Remittances 11:32 - Bitcoin & Cash Transfer Programs /Employment Challenges For Bankless Refugees 16:36 - Asset Building With Bitcoin In The Developing World 17:49 - Jarrett Is Bankless In Colombia 20:15 - Hugh's Journey Into Bitcoin 28:37 - Timeline For Development Orgs To Adopt Bitcoin 34:40 - Orgs Adopting A Bitcoin Treasury 38:19.- Bitcoin Market Cycle Graphic & Explanation 40:15 - How Bitcoin Can Impact Future Fundraising Strategies / Communities Globally 43:00 - Hybrid Bitcoin Theory By Lyn Alden 44:52 - Currency Devaluation Globally Can Be Curtailed By Bitcoin For Nonprofit Programming's Beneficiaries 47:55 - Bitcoin As A Means To Protect Purchasing Power 48:46 - Bitcoin As Collateral For Microloans 49:53 - Now Is The Time To Experiment With Bitcoin In Your Organization 56:32 - NGOs Should Fundraise Dollars To Buy And HODL Bitcoin 59:05 - Bitcoin Success Stories In Development Follow Hugh on X - https://x.com/hughaprile Connect With Hugh on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/hughaprile/ Future Signal is a podcast hosted and produced by Jarrett Carpenter that explores tomorrow’s tech today via guest live streamed guest interviews All of Future Signal’s content is not financial advice but rather edu-tainment.  All of our episodes are available on YT as well as wherever you listen to podcasts. Please follow us on social media and check out our website: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/futuresignalpod/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/futuresignalpod LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/future-signal-pod/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@futuresignalpod Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/futuresignalpod For more info on the podcast, please check out https://www.futuresignal.xyz/To learn more about Future Signal’s Host - https://www.jarrettcarpenter.com/

In this episode, Deepa Chaudhary, the CEO and Founder of GrantOrb, joins Jarrett to discuss her company, why she founded it and how it's empowering nonprofit and for profit companies to apply to grants using AI in a fraction of the time previously needed. Watch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/us8OQ05dcyc?si=hVMVRDCoGXerMMBc EPISODE CHAPTERS 00:00 - Intro To Deepa's Work With GrantOrb 01:34 - Welcoming Deepa To The Show 02:45 - Deepa's Dive Into Crypto/Web3 In The Pandemic 09:30 - Pivoting To AI To Build GrantOrb 17:54 - Deepa Defines AI 19:14 - Deepa Defines Grants 20:44 - Purpose Of Grants In The World -- Lifeline Of Growth & Innovation 23:39 - Grants Are Ideal For These Organization Types 28:50 - The Challenging Realities Of Grant Writing 38:46 - Impacts Of Poor Grant Writing 43:24 - LIVE GrantOrb AI Grant Writing Demo 56:58 - Q&A With Deepa GrantOrb's Website - https://grantorb.com/ Deepa's X - https://x.com/deeparocks Deepa's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/deepachaudhary/ Future Signal is a podcast hosted and produced by Jarrett Carpenter that explores tomorrow’s tech today via guest live streamed guest interviews All of Future Signal’s content is not financial advice but rather edu-tainment.  All of our episodes are available on YT as well as wherever you listen to podcasts. Please follow us on social media and check out our website: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/futuresignalpod/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/futuresignalpod LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/future-signal-pod/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@futuresignalpod Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/futuresignalpod For more info on the podcast, please check out https://www.futuresignal.xyz/ To learn more about Future Signal’s Host - https://www.jarrettcarpenter.com/

For Small Business Saturday and our 2nd episode, Grant Nieddu (Sparks) joins Jarrett on the podcast to discuss the tech he's leveraging daily to stay ahead in a world of #ai and #automation. In this episode, we review tech for Small Business Leaders, Influencers, Content Creators and Podcasters. Watch on YouTube - https://youtube.com/live/U8jFbSjZLAY?feature=share The episode includes the following and more: EPISODE CHAPTERS 00:00 - Episode Intro to  @grantsparks  04:26 - Sectors Episode Will Cover 04:43 - Grant Defines "Small Business" 10:00 - The Definition of "Technology" 14:57 - Questions To Keep In Mind Throughout The Episode 15:23 - Tech That's Ideal for Small Businesses 15:35 - What is Click Up? 22:11 - How Small Businesses Can Use ChatGPT 30:58 - Is Google Workspace Still Relevant? 31:31 - How To Best Use Zapier! 38:18 - How To Use Make.com! 42:10 - Using Zoom 42:27 - The Best Tech For Influencers 42:32 - What Is The Influencer Academy? 47:23 - What Is Klear For Influencers? 50:12 - Why ClickFunnels? 54:38 - How To Best Use Instagram DMs 57:23 - What Is Unicorn Platforms? 01:01:42 - Tech For Content Creators 01:01:52 - What is Vidyo.AI? 01:05:00 - Why You Need To Use Descript! 01:10:03 - Tech For Podcasters 01:10:05 - Why Podcasters Need To Use Restream 01:12:17 - Are You Using InShot? 01:14:24 - Why You Should Be Using Canva! 01:17:43 - Why Squarespace Is Great 01:20:41 - Q&A 01:21:46 - Are NFTs Dead? 01:28:35 - Grant's Question For Next Guest 01:32:22 - Where To Find  @grantsparks  Gran'ts Website - https://grantsparks.me/ Grant's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/grantsparks.me/ The Influencer Academy - https://www.theinfluenceracademy.com/ DMO GO - https://dmogo.io/ Future Signal is a podcast hosted and produced by Jarrett Carpenter that explores tomorrow’s tech today via guest live streamed guest interviews All of Future Signal’s content is not financial advice but rather edu-tainment. All of our episodes are available here on YT as well as wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow us on Social Media : X - https://www.twitter.com/morethanblckchn Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/futuresignalpod/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/futuresignalpod LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/future-signal-pod/ Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/futuresignalpod For more info on the podcast, please check out https://www.futuresignal.xyz/ Episode’s music by @Txmmy_Beats - https://www.youtube.com/c/TxmmyBeats To learn more about Future Signal’s Host - https://www.jarrettcarpenter.com/

On this episode, I chat with Brian Naughton about all-things AI and Art and we dive into his "old school" photography, as well as his AI created pieces of art. Brian's art is truly stunning and this virtual walkthrough explores concepts of provenance and creativity in the new age of AI. Watch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/uyQqYwJ0kK8 EPISODE CHAPTERS 00:00 - Episode Intro 03:00 - Brian's Hop On Stage 08:30 - Brian's MA Photography Tour 30:20 - Brian's AI Photography Tour 31:15 - AI Architecture Photos 41:09 - AI Black & White Portraits 47:57 - AI  @Coca-Cola  Bottles Reimagined 50:09 - AI Einstein Evolution Photos 52:35 - AI  @MercedesBenz  Photos 57:26 - AI  @nike  Shoe Photos 01:01:12 - AI Odd Couples 01:03:01 - AI Pet Project 01:04:35 - AI Photo 51 01:06:28 - AI Snowscapes 01:08:56 - AI Fashionistas 01:10:55 - AI  @Vogue  Editorial Photos 01:12:29 - AI Road To Nowhere 01:21:55 - Q&A With Brian Brian's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bnaughton/ Brian's Blog - https://incrypto.substack.com/ Future Signal is a podcast hosted and produced by Jarrett Carpenter that explores tomorrow’s tech today via guest live streamed guest interviews All of Future Signal’s content is not financial advice but rather edu-tainment.  All of our episodes are available on YT as well as wherever you listen to podcasts. Please follow us on social media and check out our website: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/futuresignalpod/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/futuresignalpod LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/future-signal-pod/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@futuresignalpod Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/futuresignalpod For more info on the podcast, please check out https://www.futuresignal.xyz/ To learn more about Future Signal’s Host - https://www.jarrettcarpenter.com/

This will be the last More Than Blockchain episode, as I've decided to rebrand the show. In this final episode, I dive into why I'm rebranding, share some historical context from my podcasting journey and start to discuss a little more about the future show. Thanks to everyone who's followed along and please STAY TUNED for what's next! Watch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/Tcy21o8iz7Y More Than Blockchain is a podcast and media house that focuses on and highlights the people, communities, and ever-changing landscape of the blockchain industry and beyond. The MTB Podcast has 2 episode formats - Candid guest conversations and BitPods. BitPods are short format episodes that balance out the longer format guest conversations. Jarrett Carpenter is the Producer and Host. This content is for education and is not intended to be financial advice. Please follow us on social media and check out our website: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/morethanblockchain/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/morethanblckchn YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC45qe8qj0rIcXdYqI_aiIXg LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/more-than-blockchain Website - https://www.morethanblockchain.xyz/ To learn more about More Than Blockchain's Host - https://www.jarrettcarpenter.com/

On this BitPod, Jarrett shares about almost being swindled by a scam caller pretending to be Coinbase. While Jarrett did end up avoiding the scam, the experience showed that if a 7+ year crypto veteran can almost be scammed, then he worries for newbies just entering the space. Watch On YouTube - https://youtu.be/5egV0FEdPtQ What Is Pig Butchering? - https://youtu.be/cgumvJzf0Zg?si=nfPp5DbaqD3G0Pba 10 Crypto Scam Red Flags In 4 Minutes - https://youtu.be/7tGKREIyL-Q?si=UdqURNpFo1Xn-awO More Than Blockchain is a podcast and media house that focuses on and highlights the people, communities, and ever-changing landscape of the blockchain industry and beyond. The MTB Podcast has 2 episode formats - Candid guest conversations and BitPods. BitPods are short format episodes that balance out the longer format guest conversations. Jarrett Carpenter is the Producer and Host. This content is for education and is not intended to be financial advice. Please follow us on social media and check out our website: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/morethanblockchain/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/morethanblckchn YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC45qe8qj0rIcXdYqI_aiIXg LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/more-than-blockchain Website - https://www.morethanblockchain.xyz/ To learn more about More Than Blockchain's Host - https://www.jarrettcarpenter.com/

On this episode, Grant Sparks, Jacki Roach and Aussie Rikley join Jarrett on the pod where they dive into nearly 2 hours of crypto, Bitcoin, web3 and beyond chatter. The episode is far-reaching and covers the following topics and more: ⚡️ EPISODE CHAPTERS ⚡️ 00:00 - Episode Intro 01:19 - Was Michael Saylor's Nashville Keynote Impressive 18:55 - Sovereign Nation Bitcoin Adoption 20:00 - Politics & Bitcoin21:00 - Bitcoin & Nonprofits 26:50 - Ethereum vs Bitcoin As An Investment / Valuing Projects 48:00 - Polymarket & Crypto Adoption 01:01:00 - Jacki Is A Bitcoin Maxi 01:02:00 - Grant's Skeptical Of Crypto Jargon 01:04:40 - Is Bitcoin Underground still? 01:09:15 - Bitcoin Mining Is The Future 01:19:15 - Signals Bitcoin/Crypto Has Hit Mass Adoption 01:39:00 - Jacki Starts Grant's Bitcoin Therapy / Intervention 01:44:28 - I'VE LOST A BUNCH OF MONEY 01:49:23 - Is Gold Better Than Bitcoin In Natural Disasters Grant & Aussie's Crypto Bull Run Price Predictions - https://youtu.be/oP85sfTdgvg?si=P5IJRSgPaKRQIoEc Saylor's Nashville Keynote - https://youtu.be/mOne66vv2QU?si=jPgp-TSMPgGYKZec Murad Memecoin Supercycle - https://youtu.be/6nqzwdGxTGc?si=iWhGEgZRj0HbH1Qh Grant's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/grantnieddu/ Jacki's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacki-roach/ Aussie's X - https://x.com/AustinRikley More Than Blockchain is a podcast and media house that focuses on and highlights the people, communities, and ever-changing landscape of the blockchain industry and beyond. The MTB Podcast has 2 episode formats - Candid guest conversations and BitPods. BitPods are short format episodes that balance out the longer format guest conversations. Jarrett Carpenter is the Producer and Host. This content is for education and is not intended to be financial advice. Please follow us on social media and check out our website: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/morethanblockchain/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/morethanblckchn YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC45qe8qj0rIcXdYqI_aiIXg LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/more-than-blockchain Website - https://www.morethanblockchain.xyz/ To learn more about More Than Blockchain's Host - https://www.jarrettcarpenter.com/

In this episode, Jarrett Carpenter welcomes back Brian Naughton to discuss the intersection of AI and cryptocurrency, focusing on Coinbase's groundbreaking AI to AI crypto transaction and the implications of meme coins in the crypto landscape. They explore the transformative potential of these technologies, drawing parallels to historical innovations like the Gutenberg press, and consider the future of financial transactions in a world increasingly driven by AI. Watch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/8a88IEW9XXY The episode touches upon the following themes: ⚡️AI and crypto are converging to create new economic entities. ⚡️ Coinbase's AI to AI transaction marks a significant milestone. ⚡️ Meme coins can now be launched easily, democratizing access to crypto. ⚡️ The Gutenberg press analogy highlights the transformative power of technology. ⚡️ AI can facilitate frictionless micro transactions. ⚡️ The future of finance may rely on AI-driven decision-making. ⚡️ Meme coins represent a speculative and risky investment. ⚡️ The crypto landscape is evolving rapidly with new innovations. ⚡️ Understanding the implications of AI in finance is crucial. ⚡️ The potential for small teams to disrupt larger enterprises is growing. ⚡️ EPISODE CHAPTERS ⚡️ 00:00 - Episode Intro 01:15 - AI to AI Crypto Transaction Breakdown By Brian 09:40 - Influencers Creating Their Own LLMs To Create Content 15:40 - Exploring Modern Uses Of Bitcoin 26:00 - Brian Forgets The Phrase 'Shitcoin' 27:25 - Coinbase Wallet Analysis 29:45 - Brian & Jarrett Dive Into Coinbase Wallet And Exchange USDC on Base 36:13 - Meme Coin Creator Pump.Fun / Token Creating Made Easy Brian's Blog - https://incrypto.substack.com/ Brian's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bnaughton/ Brian's E122 On The Podcast - https://youtu.be/lgJftsELpNI?si=v7TsBSQhL_dZ3gSd More Than Blockchain is a podcast and media house that focuses on and highlights the people, communities, and ever-changing landscape of the blockchain industry and beyond. The MTB Podcast has 2 episode formats - Candid guest conversations and BitPods. BitPods are short format episodes that balance out the longer format guest conversations. Jarrett Carpenter is the Producer and Host. This content is for education and is not intended to be financial advice. Please follow us on social media and check out our website: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/morethanblockchain/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/morethanblckchn YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC45qe8qj0rIcXdYqI_aiIXg LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/more-than-blockchain Website - https://www.morethanblockchain.xyz/ To learn more about More Than Blockchain's Host - https://www.jarrettcarpenter.com/

I've compiled some historic Q4 data to provide insights on where Bitcoin price may go over the next 3 months. Needless to say, it's more bullish than I thought it would be considering this slower and lower September. Watch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/JkqXy-zPw9Y More Than Blockchain is a podcast and media house that focuses on and highlights the people, communities, and ever-changing landscape of the blockchain industry and beyond. The MTB Podcast has 2 episode formats - Candid guest conversations and BitPods. BitPods are short format episodes that balance out the longer format guest conversations. Jarrett Carpenter is the Producer and Host. This content is for education and is not intended to be financial advice. Please follow us on social media and check out our website: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/morethanblockchain/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/morethanblckchn YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC45qe8qj0rIcXdYqI_aiIXg LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/more-than-blockchain Website - https://www.morethanblockchain.xyz/ To learn more about More Than Blockchain's Host - https://www.jarrettcarpenter.com/

Bitcoin is on sale. HODLing is a privilege, so if you can, continue to do so. If you can DCA and you have a longer time preference, act and stack accordingly. Watch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/njz4oKfxBUI I'll be on this Space tonight, 9/6/24 @9PM EST, to talk about Bitcoin, see everyone there - https://x.com/i/spaces/1vOGwrQErZdKB More Than Blockchain is a podcast and media house that focuses on and highlights the people, communities, and ever-changing landscape of the blockchain industry and beyond. The MTB Podcast has 2 episode formats - Candid guest conversations and BitPods. BitPods are short format episodes that balance out the longer format guest conversations. Jarrett Carpenter is the Producer and Host. This content is for education and is not intended to be financial advice. Please follow us on social media and check out our website: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/morethanblockchain/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/morethanblckchn YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC45qe8qj0rIcXdYqI_aiIXg LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/more-than-blockchain Website - https://www.morethanblockchain.xyz/ To learn more about More Than Blockchain's Host - https://www.jarrettcarpenter.com/

If you zoom out and you're a millennial, then retiring with 0.1 BTC by 2045, which right now costs around $6k, isn't a bad idea, right? On this episode, I explore how 0.1 BTC could allow millennials and really anyone to retire by 2045. 21 years away to retirement would be a dream for most millennials, gen-z and certainly gen-alphas! Watch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/Ub4ZZlpvUaw?si=p0ZfXAdM1ad5eN2T Why 0.1 Bitcoin Is Generational Wealth - https://youtu.be/vhIQBPYK35g?si=nwOmlVrPAEDvxW3k Michael Saylor's Bitcoin Nashville Speech - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mOne66vv2QU&t=0s More Than Blockchain is a podcast and media house that focuses on and highlights the people, communities, and ever-changing landscape of the blockchain industry and beyond. The MTB Podcast has 2 episode formats - Candid guest conversations and BitPods. BitPods are short format episodes that balance out the longer format guest conversations. Jarrett Carpenter is the Producer and Host. This content is for education and is not intended to be financial advice. Please follow us on social media and check out our website: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/morethanblockchain/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/morethanblckchn YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC45qe8qj0rIcXdYqI_aiIXg LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/more-than-blockchain Website - https://www.morethanblockchain.xyz/ To learn more about More Than Blockchain's Host - https://www.jarrettcarpenter.com/

In a world of infinite money printing, finite BTC, debasing currencies, rising inflation and billions of people looking for an opt out button - 0.1 Bitcoin could likely be generational wealth - an asset to easily pass down through the generations to secure financial security. Watch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/vhIQBPYK35g Why 0.1 Bitcoin Is A Lot - https://youtu.be/yn-_XTm8rek?si=G0Oh1DWxwybUewNu Saylor's Keynote Speech - https://youtu.be/mOne66vv2QU?si=zg_B29XDtG4EoFst More Than Blockchain is a podcast and media house that focuses on and highlights the people, communities, and ever-changing landscape of the blockchain industry and beyond. The MTB Podcast has 2 episode formats - Candid guest conversations and BitPods. BitPods are short format episodes that balance out the longer format guest conversations. Jarrett Carpenter is the Producer and Host. This content is for education and is not intended to be financial advice. Please follow us on social media and check out our website: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/morethanblockchain/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/morethanblckchn YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC45qe8qj0rIcXdYqI_aiIXg LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/more-than-blockchain Website - https://www.morethanblockchain.xyz/ To learn more about More Than Blockchain's Host - https://www.jarrettcarpenter.com/

Thesis - If Trump gets on stage at the Bitcoin Conference in Nashville, we're going to see some wild short-term BTC price appreciation. Oh, and side note - Bitcoin wasn't created for billionaires, governments and POTUS'. Enjoy the episode! Wacth on YouTube - https://youtu.be/d9ZK8jJ_9bU More Than Blockchain is a podcast and media house that focuses on and highlights the people, communities, and ever-changing landscape of the blockchain industry and beyond. The MTB Podcast has 2 episode formats - Candid guest conversations and BitPods. BitPods are short format episodes that balance out the longer format guest conversations. Jarrett Carpenter is the Producer and Host. This content is for education and is not intended to be financial advice. Please follow us on social media and check out our website: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/morethanblockchain/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/morethanblckchn YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC45qe8qj0rIcXdYqI_aiIXg LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/more-than-blockchain Website - https://www.morethanblockchain.xyz/ To learn more about More Than Blockchain's Host - https://www.jarrettcarpenter.com/

In this episode, Jacki joins Jarrett on the podcast to candidly discuss the current state of crypto, bitcoin and everything to do with the blockchain-backed ecosystem. Jacki is one of the most tuned-into things professionals in the space and so getting her real-time thoughts on where the space is was priceless. In this episode, we touch upon the following themes and more: ⚡️ Both the right and the left in America are now showing interest in Bitcoin and crypto, which indicates the growing importance of this technology in the political landscape. ⚡️ Bitcoin's potential to become a major part of the US economy, especially considering the country's high consumption rate and the need for a secure and efficient value exchange system. ⚡️ Blockchain and crypto are not just about financial transactions, but also about ownership and creating new economies that are decentralized and independent from traditional institutions. ⚡️ Crypto mass adoption will require user-friendly interfaces and seamless integration with existing financial systems, making it easy for people to buy and use cryptocurrencies. ⚡️ The global trade landscape is changing, and countries like El Salvador are embracing cryptocurrencies as a way to enhance their economic systems and attract investment. ⚡️ Understanding cold storage and multisig wallets is crucial for protecting your crypto assets. ⚡️ The value of wealth is shifting from physical assets to digital assets. ⚡️ The Sphere in Las Vegas represents a new era of immersive experiences that could play a role in furthering XR experiences. ⚡️ Solana is an emerging blockchain platform with potential for growth and investment. ⚡️ The future of NFTs may shift towards utility and practical applications rather than speculative investments. ⚡️ Decentralization presents both challenges and possibilities for the future of blockchain and crypto. ⚡️ The crypto market is still in its early stages, and there is a need for better infrastructure and regulations. ⚡️ Staying informed and adaptable is crucial in navigating the rapidly evolving world of blockchain and crypto. Watch On YouTube - https://youtu.be/nbYii3jA_wc ⚡️ EPISODE CHAPTERS ⚡️ 00:00 - Intro 02:01 - Crypto & Bitcoin In US Politics & Global Trade 19:30 - Future of Energy & Value Globally 22:15 - Read, Write, Own by Chris Dixon 27:08 - Importance of Ownership In Crypto Mass Adoption 30:03 - DeFi Is Still Not Easy To Use / Cold Storage & Multi-Sig 35:38 - Importance of Crypto In Building Wealth 36:40 - New Definitions of Wealth 39:15 - Future For The Metaverse / The Sphere In Las Vegas 52:00 - What's Important To Learn About For This BullRun -- Solana 56:32 - Memecoins Are The New NFTs 01:06:50 - Base & Coinbase 01:12:09 - Could Bitcoin Be Created Again? 01:17:00 - Could Doge Be The Next Bitcoin? Jacki's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacki-roach/ Brain's Meme Article - https://incrypto.substack.com/p/memecoin-mania-takes-over-crypto Brian's Meme Episode - https://youtu.be/lgJftsELpNI?si=MGPqtY2yqDza8Pp3 All of MTB's content is not financial advice but rather edu-tainment. More Than Blockchain is a podcast and media house that focuses on and highlights the people, communities, and ever-changing landscape of the blockchain industry and beyond. The MTB Podcast has 2 episode formats - Candid guest conversations and BitPods. BitPods are short format episodes that balance out the longer format guest conversations. Jarrett Carpenter is the Producer and Host. This content is for education and is not intended to be financial advice. Please follow us on social media and check out our website: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/morethanblockchain/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/morethanblckchn YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC45qe8qj0rIcXdYqI_aiIXg LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/more-than-blockchain Website - https://www.morethanblockchain.xyz/ To learn more about More Than Blockchain's Host - https://www.jarrettcarpenter.com/

In this episode, Thomas Fahrer joins Jarrett once again to discuss the current state of Bitcoin and its potential for future growth and global adoption. This conversation touches upon a lot of different topics related to Bitcoin including but not limited to: ⚡️ Bitcoin is currently at an all-time high and has seen increased interest and adoption since the launch of Bitcoin ETFs. ⚡️ Institutional investors, such as BlackRock and Fidelity, are entering the Bitcoin market, signaling a shift towards mainstream acceptance. ⚡️ Bitcoin's unique properties as a deflationary asset make it an attractive store of value compared to traditional assets like gold. ⚡️ The total market cap of Bitcoin is expected to grow significantly in the coming years, potentially surpassing gold's market share. ⚡️ Owning a home is a common investment strategy, but investing in Bitcoin may offer better long-term wealth-building opportunities. Renting may be a better strategy than buying a home in the current economic climate. ⚡️ Institutional investors have a longer-term perspective and are driving the adoption of Bitcoin. ⚡️ Spending Bitcoin is important for its network and utility, but its primary value lies in its store of value properties. ⚡️ Bitcoin adoption is more likely to be driven by financial institutions and portfolio diversification than by everyday transactions. ⚡️ The United States is likely to be a powerful economic nation that embraces Bitcoin, given its association with freedom and the growing interest of political candidates in the cryptocurrency. ⚡️ Bitcoin offers an opportunity for wealth preservation and is becoming an essential asset in investment portfolios. ⚡️ Bitcoin's adoption is influenced by government policies and regulations, but its decentralized nature allows individuals to transact freely. ⚡️ Bitcoin's impact on the middle class and the decline of traditional assets like government bonds is significant. ⚡️ Accessing the flow state in Bitcoin involves staying informed about institutional adoption and following the news and analysis of Bitcoin's impact on the financial world. Watch this episode on YouTube - https://youtu.be/36Bbe4aHq1A ⚡️ EPISODE CHAPTERS ⚡️ 00:00 - Episode Intro 01:30 - Current State of Bitcoin - Bitcoin Summer Incoming 08:05 - Bitcoin ETF Inflow Tracker (Hey Apollo) 12:00 - Bitcoin Market Cap to $2,000 Trillion 22:40 - 5% Bitcoin Portfolio Allocation - Pensions Funds 25:00 - Transition From World Of Real Estate Wealth To Bitcoin 29:50 - Renting & Buying Bitcoin 34:40 - Selling Bitcoin To Strengthen The Network? 49:25 - Which Big Economy Will Make Bitcoin Legal Tender First? 55:19 - Why The US May Buy Bitcoin Soon 59:07 - The Middle Class Is Disappearing - Could Bitcoin Fix This? Thomas' X account - https://x.com/thomas_fahrer ETF Flows Tracker - https://heyapollo.com/bitcoin-tracker Flows Newsletter - https://flows.heyapollo.com/ Episode 80 With Thomas - https://youtu.be/9bOvVDPdxds?si=rIIcQOu13WZaLc7u More Than Blockchain is a podcast and media house that focuses on and highlights the people, communities, and ever-changing landscape of the blockchain industry and beyond. The MTB Podcast has 2 episode formats - Candid guest conversations and BitPods. BitPods are short format episodes that balance out the longer format guest conversations. Jarrett Carpenter is the Producer and Host. This content is for education and is not intended to be financial advice. Please follow us on social media and check out our website: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/morethanblockchain/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/morethanblckchn YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC45qe8qj0rIcXdYqI_aiIXg LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/more-than-blockchain Website - https://www.morethanblockchain.xyz/ To learn more about More Than Blockchain's Host - https://www.jarrettcarpenter.com/

Daniella Rosa, founder of AIEA Golf, joins the pod to discuss her mission to create elevated sportswear apparel for women on the golf course. From challenges sourcing performance fabrics and finding factories willing to produce low quantities, Daniella shares all her highs and lows creating AIEA including but not limited to: ⚡️ The golf apparel market lacks high-quality, stylish options for women, and Daniella saw an opportunity to fill this gap. ⚡️ Sourcing performance fabrics and finding factories willing to produce low quantities were major challenges in launching the brand. ⚡️ Community building is a key aspect of the mission - creating a space where people can come together, learn, and enjoy the sport. Creating a strong, organic community is more important than having a large number of followers or members. ⚡️ Web3 technology has the potential to enhance the brand's offerings and create new opportunities in the golf industry. Incorporating web3 into a business can provide unique opportunities for community building and engagement. ⚡️Building an NFT membership project comes with challenges, such as the complexity of onboarding users and finding trustworthy collaborators. ⚡️ Collaborating with web3 influencers and brands can help expand the reach and impact of a business. ⚡️ The future involves integrating NFC chips into clothing and allowing members to have voting rights in the brand's decision-making process. ⚡️ EPISODE CHAPTERS ⚡️ 00:00 - Episode Intro 00:55 - What Is AIEA Golf? 02:45 - Women's Golf Apparel Custom-made For Women 06:10 - Manufacturing Challenges 09:28 - How's Business Today? 12:00 - Golf Conferences / Product Comparisons IRL 17:16 - Sales Breakdown 20:03 - Community Building For Brand 23:19 - Web3 Component Of AIEA 27:50 - Wins/Losses Of Creating An NFT 34:30 - Power Of Digital Community 38:25 - Web3 Conferences In 2024 40:29 - Web3 Influencers For AIEA Golf Follow AIEA On: X - https://x.com/AIEAgolf LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/aiea-golf/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/aieagolf Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/aieagolf/ Pinterest - https://co.pinterest.com/aieagolf/ Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@aiea.golf Find Daniella On: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dan_iella/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellarosa/ Watch episode on YouTube - https://youtu.be/Lr2eQg-hIRc More Than Blockchain is a podcast and media house that focuses on and highlights the people, communities, and ever-changing landscape of the blockchain industry and beyond. The MTB Podcast has 2 episode formats - Candid guest conversations and BitPods. BitPods are short format episodes that balance out the longer format guest conversations. Jarrett Carpenter is the Producer and Host. This content is for education and is not intended to be financial advice. Please follow us on social media and check out our website: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/morethanblockchain/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/morethanblckchn YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC45qe8qj0rIcXdYqI_aiIXg LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/more-than-blockchain Website - https://www.morethanblockchain.xyz/ To learn more about More Than Blockchain's Host - https://www.jarrettcarpenter.com/

Francesca Conti, the Accelerator Lead at  @OutlierVentures , joins Jarrett on the pod to discuss a wide range of topics related to Bitcoin, real-world assets, decentralized infrastructure, AI, gaming, and the following in their relation to OV's global work to build businesses for the future and support the Founders of tomorrow's biggest web3 companies: The global impact of Web3 technologies, with a focus on Bitcoin and its applications in Latin America, Africa, and beyond. OV's role in supporting startups and foundersThe significance of Bitcoin in emerging markets, and the political and cultural implications of Bitcoin adoption. The evolving landscape of Web3 The impact of the Bitcoin halving, and the potential for Bitcoin to streamline everyday transactions. The impact of Bitcoin on the corporate world and political campaigns.The importance of conferences for founders and entrepreneurs in the Web3 space Francesca's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/francescajconti/Francesca's Telegram - @fjconti OV's Website - https://outlierventures.io/ Watch episode on YouTube - https://youtu.be/7OOApieNq_w ⬇️ EPISODE CHAPTERS ⬇️ 00:00 - Intro 01:10 - What is Outlier Ventures? 03:34 - Emerging Tech from LATAM & Africa (Bitcoin/blockchain) 09:30 - Bitcoin Growth In Emerging Markets & Around The World 12:10 - Currency Debasement in Argentina and beyond 14:44 - Francesca's work as Accelerator Lead / DeFi In Emerging Markets 27:05 - Supporting International Founders / Pro-Bitcoin Narratives In Politics 33:02 - Bitcoin Adoption Would Make The World Easier35:51 - Web3 & Bitcoin Trends for 2024/25 41:37 - Fascinated Bitcoin Use Cases 44:10 - 0.1 Bitcoin Will Be Generational Wealth 47:02 - Founders Raising In Bitcoin / BTC Valuation 54:45 - Important of IRL Conferences for Web3 Founders 01:01:28 - Overall Sentiment In Web3 Space More Than Blockchain is a podcast and media house that focuses on and highlights the people, communities, and ever-changing landscape of the blockchain industry and beyond. The MTB Podcast has 2 episode formats - Candid guest conversations and BitPods. BitPods are short format episodes that balance out the longer format guest conversations. Jarrett Carpenter is the Producer and Host. This content is for education and is not intended to be financial advice. Please follow us on social media and check out our website: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/morethanblockchain/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/morethanblckchn YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC45qe8qj0rIcXdYqI_aiIXg LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/more-than-blockchain Website - https://www.morethanblockchain.xyz/ To learn more about More Than Blockchain's Host - https://www.jarrettcarpenter.com/

Patrick Skinner is the Lead Dev Rel for Arweave and joins the pod to share his unique journey into crypto and why he is passionate about working for Arweave. The conversation with Patrick touches upon the following items, as they relate to the vast and growing Arweave ecosystem: The importance of blockchain in solving real-world problems like human trafficking and counterfeit production. The need for permanent storage and authentication of physical products and identities. The use cases of R-Drive, a decentralized storage solution on the Arweave blockchain, and the benefits of using permaweb pages for websites.Patrick's experience with building permanent web pages using Arweave's permaweb technology - He highlights the ease and affordability of creating and hosting web pages on Arweave, as well as the decentralized and censorship-resistant nature of the platform. The various applications and use cases within the Arweave ecosystem, including podcast hosting, video streaming, and blogging. The importance of tutorials and documentation in helping developers navigate and utilize the Arweave ecosystem.Patrick's optimism for the future of Arweave and its potential to challenge centralized platforms in terms of storage and content distribution. Watch episode on YouTube - https://youtu.be/ghtEvZNlfWE Find Patrick on X - https://x.com/PSkinnerTech Find Patrick on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickaskinner/Forward Research's X account - https://x.com/fwdresearch Arweave's X account - https://x.com/ArweaveEcoAO Computer's X account - https://x.com/aoTheComputer Arweave's website - https://www.arweave.org/ ⚡️ EPISODE CHAPTERS ⚡️ 00:00 - Intro 00:25 - Patrick's Background & How He Found Arweave 18:04 - Arweave's Real-World Solution Stories 31:04 - The Real & Future Potential of Permaweb Pages 42:55 - Number of Permaweb Projects Launched To Date / Patrick's Too 52:00 - How Permaweb Pages Will Impact Competition 1:01:51 - Power Of Immutability On The Internet 1:16:00 - Where To Contact Patrick More Than Blockchain is a podcast and media house that focuses on and highlights the people, communities, and ever-changing landscape of the blockchain industry and beyond. The MTB Podcast has 2 episode formats - Candid guest conversations and BitPods. BitPods are short format episodes that balance out the longer format guest conversations. Jarrett Carpenter is the Producer and Host. This content is for education and is not intended to be financial advice. Please follow us on social media and check out our website: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/morethanblockchain/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/morethanblckchn YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC45qe8qj0rIcXdYqI_aiIXg LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/more-than-blockchain Website - https://www.morethanblockchain.xyz/ To learn more about More Than Blockchain's Host - https://www.jarrettcarpenter.com/

In this episode, Jarrett discusses three events that will impact Bitcoin price: the Bitcoin halving, the US election, and quantitative easing. The Bitcoin halving, which already occurred, will lead to a supply shock and eventually drive up the Bitcoin price. The US election, regardless of the outcome, is likely to create uncertainty and could result in a dip in Bitcoin price in the short-term. In the long-term, each candidate has different ideas about how to regulate and corral Bitcoin. Finally, quantitative easing, or money printing, is expected to occur in the spring of 2025 and could lead to inflation and a further increase in Bitcoin price. Understanding these events is crucial for understanding the future of Bitcoin's price discovery. Watch this episode on YouTube - https://youtu.be/GlmaQ7vpnJc What is the Bitcoin Halving? - https://youtu.be/lQU64-6ZMO0?si=u5foUmubKenFieVv More Than Blockchain is a podcast and media house that focuses on and highlights the people, communities, and ever-changing landscape of the blockchain industry and beyond. The MTB Podcast has 2 episode formats - Candid guest conversations and BitPods. BitPods are short format episodes that balance out the longer format guest conversations. Jarrett Carpenter is the Producer and Host. This content is for education and is not intended to be financial advice. Please follow us on social media and check out our website: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/morethanblockchain/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/morethanblckchn YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC45qe8qj0rIcXdYqI_aiIXg LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/more-than-blockchain Website - https://www.morethanblockchain.xyz/ To learn more about More Than Blockchain's Host - https://www.jarrettcarpenter.com/

In this episode, Jarrett invites Brian Naughton on the pod to discuss meme coins and their impact on society. In the episode, they explore: - The definition of digital valueThe current state of the world and the broken financial systemThe rise of meme coins and the reasons behind their popularity, including the allure of potential gainsThe role of meme coins in the attention economy and the tokenization of memesThe significance of ordinals in the NFT spaceThe convergence of artificial intelligence and cryptoThe potential of decentralized social media within the future of Web3. Wacth on YouTube - https://youtu.be/lgJftsELpNI Check out Brian's article Meme Coin Mania Takes Over Crypto - https://incrypto.substack.com/p/memecoin-mania-takes-over-crypto Find Brian on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bnaughton/ Episode Chapters 00:00 - Episode Intro / Brian Intro 02:43 - The Journey with Meme Coins 09:15 - We shouldn't discount Meme Coins 13:40 - Crypto as a Scam & Meme Coins as a More Egalitarian Lottery 19:50 - Macro Economic Impact on Meme Coins 22:40 - Meme Coins Drive Crypto Culture 23:24 - Corporations & Meme Coins 30:20 - Politicization of Crypto in the USA 33:37 - Predicting the Future of Meme Coins 41:00 - Ordinals - A unique NFT 51:20 - Predicting Future Meme Coin Projects 54:40 - Solana - Boom or Bust? 01:02:20 - The Convergence of Artificial Intelligence and Crypto and The Future of Decentralized Social Media and Web3 More Than Blockchain is a podcast and media house that focuses on and highlights the people, communities, and ever-changing landscape of the blockchain industry and beyond. The MTB Podcast has 2 episode formats - Candid guest conversations and BitPods. BitPods are short format episodes that balance out the longer format guest conversations. Jarrett Carpenter is the Producer and Host. This content is for education and is not intended to be financial advice. Please follow us on social media and check out our website: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/morethanblockchain/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/morethanblckchn YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC45qe8qj0rIcXdYqI_aiIXg LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/more-than-blockchain Website - https://www.morethanblockchain.xyz/ To learn more about More Than Blockchain's Host - https://www.jarrettcarpenter.com/