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We tell the next generation that education is the key to a brighter future, but today, access is gated, trust is fading, and financing is broken. Open Campus is reimagining education as an asset class. Instead of a one-way street where learners pay, consume, and leave, Open Campus introduces an ownership layer, turning learning into something you truly own, verify, and leverage across your digital life. In this episode, we explore the three foundational cracks in the global education system - access, finance, and trust - and how Open Campus addresses them through EduFi infrastructure. You’ll learn about Open Campus ID for verifiable credentials, EDU Chain as the developer backbone for education finance applications, Pencil Finance for equitable student lending, and the OC Wallet that connects identity directly to funding. With over 10,000 developers building on EDU Chain, and deployments at a national scale in countries like India and Vietnam, Open Campus is bridging real-world learners into the digital economy. When education becomes verifiable and transferable, it becomes part of your on-chain identity: a dynamic, reputation-based asset that travels with you across the open web. Join us in building the future of a digital economy for education.⭐ Jonah Lau, Project Lead, Open Campus 🔹 Reimagined Future Economies is brought to you by Animoca Brands. If you are interested in learning more about the latest trends in the crypto industry, follow https://www.youtube.com/@animocabrands 🔹Follow us on X (FKA Twitter) to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrands Disclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only and is not an offering, solicitation or recommendation to enter into any transaction. Nothing in this video should be construed as professional advice (whether financial, legal, tax or otherwise). Animoca Brands may hold a direct or indirect interest in the project or company mentioned in the video at the time of posting. Animoca Brands does not accept any liability to you for any transactions that you enter into (or do not enter into). We make no representation or warranties about the accuracy or completeness of the information in this video and assume no obligation to update any information. In case of any doubt or questions, you are encouraged to seek independent professional advice.

In only two years, ‬Moca Network has onboarded over 3 million users! Moca 3.0 represents the boldest evolution yet, redefining the digital identity of users. Why Moca 3.0 exists: Many users are frustrated by consumer apps, platforms, and loyalty programs capturing their data without consent. Major companies like Facebook and LinkedIn have been profiting off user data without sharing the revenue. Moca believes that data should be the new asset class—an asset that users OWN. In this video, we'll address how Moca 3.0 tackles the pressing issue of data misuse and the zero-knowledge proof technology that ensures user privacy and security, introduce AIR kit, how users can seamlessly carry and verify their data across different apps with AIR ID, how to access an infinite ecosystem of rewards through the AirKit SDK, and the collaborations with major brands like SK Telecom and OneFootball that Moca Network has had. Moca Network encourages users to embrace autonomy in their digital lives and invites them to be part of the forefront of identity evolution. Together, we can build a future where digital identity is seamlessly integrated into everyday experiences. ⭐ Kenneth Shek, Project Lead, Moca Network🔹 Reimagining Future Economies is brought to you by Animoca Brands. If you are interested in learning more about the latest trends in the crypto industry, followhttps://www.youtube.com/@animocabrands🔹Follow us on X (FKA Twitter) to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrandsDisclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only and is not an offering, solicitation or recommendation to enter into any transaction. Nothing in this video should be construed as professional advice (whether financial, legal, tax or otherwise). Animoca Brands may hold a direct or indirect interest in the project or company mentioned in the video at the time of posting. Animoca Brands does not accept any liability to you for any transactions that you enter into (or do not enter into). We make no representation or warranties about the accuracy or completeness of the information in this video and assume no obligation to update any information. In case of any doubt or questions, you are encouraged to seek independent professional advice.

In this episode of the Open Metaverse Podcast, our host Luca Ioannis is joined by co-founder and global ambassador of @TheSandboxGame Sebastien Borget. Tune in as they uncover the evolution of The Sandbox and how the social gaming platform has set a precedent for immersive virtual experiences in the metaverse, through partnerships with major brands and celebrities like Gucci and Snoop Dogg. Together, Luca and Seb explore the challenges encountered by creators in the digital asset space, how The Sandbox empowers creators with the tools to build and unleash creativity in the metaverse, and the different trends in the creator economy. They also discuss the different ways creators can monetize their work and Seb’s vision for the SANDChain, a new blockchain designed to fuel the creator economy with on-chain solutions.Check out this episode to uncover more about the future of digital economies and gaming!Guest:⭐ Sebastien Borget, co-founder and global ambassador of The Sandbox🔹 The Open Metaverse Podcast is brought to you by Animoca Brands. If you are interested in learning more about the latest trends in the crypto industry, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on X (FKA Twitter) to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrandsDisclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only and is not an offering, solicitation or recommendation to enter into any transaction. Nothing in this video should be construed as professional advice (whether financial, legal, tax or otherwise). Animoca Brands may hold a direct or indirect interest in the project or company mentioned in the video at the time of posting. Animoca Brands does not accept any liability to you for any transactions that you enter into (or do not enter into). We make no representation or warranties about the accuracy or completeness of the information in this video and assume no obligation to update any information. In case of any doubt or questions, you are encouraged to seek independent professional advice.

In this episode of the Open Metaverse Podcast, our host Luca welcomes Eric Saraniecki, Co-founder and Head of Network Strategy at Digital Asset (Canton Network). They discuss the evolution of digital currencies and blockchain technology, diving into Eric's founding journey, from early involvement in digital assets to leading blockchain infrastructure projects. Together, they delve into the challenges and opportunities of the cryptocurrency space, exploring how Canton Network is setting a precedence for on-chain transactions as a public blockchain with institutional-grade privacy. Tune in as Eric shares his insights on innovation, future market trends, how blockchain has the potential to transform global financial systems, and the lasting impact of digital currencies on global markets.⭐ Eric Saraniecki, Founder and Head of Network Strategy at Digital Asset (Canton Network)🔹 The Open Metaverse Podcast is brought to you by Animoca Brands. If you are interested in learning more about the latest trends in the crypto industry, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on X (FKA Twitter) to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrandsDisclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only and is not an offering, solicitation or recommendation to enter into any transaction. Nothing in this video should be construed as professional advice (whether financial, legal, tax or otherwise). Animoca Brands may hold a direct or indirect interest in the project or company mentioned in the video at the time of posting. Animoca Brands does not accept any liability to you for any transactions that you enter into (or do not enter into). We make no representation or warranties about the accuracy or completeness of the information in this video and assume no obligation to update any information. In case of any doubt or questions, you are encouraged to seek independent professional advice.

The playbook for public companies holding Digital Asset Treasuries (DATs) was pioneered by MicroStrategy with Bitcoin accumulation. But what happens when companies start stocking their balance sheets with altcoins? In this episode, our research team breaks down the emerging trend of altcoin public company treasuries. We cover what are DATs, how MicroStrategy set the precedent, how these companies leverage capital markets to fund their crypto purchases, and the common characteristics of the recent wave of public companies buying altcoins like Solana, Ethereum, or meme coins. We also discuss the outlook and the potential risks involved.Disclaimer: This podcast is an educational resource intended for informational purposes only. Nothing said on this podcast should be construed as financial advice, solicitation, or recommendation to buy or sell digital assets or any financial instruments. You should consult your own advisers as to legal, business, tax, and other related matters concerning any investment. Animoca Brands, its affiliates, or podcast participants may hold positions or otherwise have financial exposure to digital assets, companies or projects discussed on this podcast. Views expressed by podcast participants are their own.

Can blockchain make institutional-grade financial assets accessible to everyone?In this episode of The Coffee Break, our host Matt and our deputy COO Brian Chan delve into the opportunity of tokenizing real-world assets (RWAs), why this $400 trillion market is ripe for disruption, and how NUVA is building an innovative marketplace to make on-chain finance open and accessible.If you’re curious about how Web3 is redefining ownership, this conversation is a must-watch.Guest:⭐ Brian Chan, deputy COO of Animoca Brands🔹 This episode of The Coffee Break is brought to you by Matt Solomon from Animoca Brands. If you are interested in learning more about the latest trends in the crypto industry, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on X (FKA Twitter) to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrands Disclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only and is not an offering, solicitation or recommendation to enter into any transaction. Nothing in this video should be construed as professional advice (whether financial, legal, tax or otherwise). Animoca Brands may hold a direct or indirect interest in the project or company mentioned in the video at the time of posting. Animoca Brands does not accept any liability to you for any transactions that you enter into (or do not enter into). We make no representation or warranties about the accuracy or completeness of the information in this video and assume no obligation to update any information. In case of any doubt or questions, you are encouraged to seek independent professional advice.

In this Open Metaverse Podcast episode, our host Luca sits down with former President of TON Foundation and the Executive Chairman of TON Strategy Manuel Stotz to discuss the latest trends in digital finance and how TON is tapping into emerging markets. Together, they delve into how the various cycles of crypto, Manny's journey in the digital asset space, his work as President of TON Foundation, and what lies ahead for the digital asset industry. Tune in to gain exclusive insights about TON and Telegram and learn from one of the pioneering industry leaders in the space.Guest:⭐ Manuel Stotz, Executive Chairman of TON Strategy🔹 The Open Metaverse Podcast is brought to you by Animoca Brands. If you are interested in learning more about the latest trends in the crypto industry, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on X (FKA Twitter) to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrandsDisclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only and is not an offering, solicitation or recommendation to enter into any transaction. Nothing in this video should be construed as professional advice (whether financial, legal, tax or otherwise). Animoca Brands may hold a direct or indirect interest in the project or company mentioned in the video at the time of posting. Animoca Brands does not accept any liability to you for any transactions that you enter into (or do not enter into). We make no representation or warranties about the accuracy or completeness of the information in this video and assume no obligation to update any information. In case of any doubt or questions, you are encouraged to seek independent professional advice.

This podcast introduces the world of Crypto Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs). Hosted by the Animoca Brands Research Team, this episode delves into why crypto ETFs are a crucial development for traditional finance and the crypto space.Learn about the global landscape, market size projections, key regulatory issues, and the nuances between different types of crypto ETFs, including spot vs. synthetic products. Explore the impact of ETF inflows on crypto prices, the factors influencing the approval of new spot crypto ETFs, and comparison to public company crypto treasuries.This podcast is an educational resource intended for informational purposes only. Nothing said on this podcast should be construed as financial advice, solicitation, or recommendation to buy or sell digital assets or any financial instruments. You should consult your own advisers as to legal, business, tax, and other related matters concerning any investment. Animoca Brands, its affiliates, or podcast participants may hold positions or otherwise have financial exposure to digital assets, companies or projects discussed on this podcast. Views expressed by podcast participants are their own.

From music to the metaverse, there’s never a dull moment in the entrepreneurial journey of our executive chairman and co-founder Yat Siu. 👣 Join us on The Coffee Break as Yat shares his unique perspective on the evolving regulatory landscape for digital assets, how the pro-crypto stance of US legislation is shaping global trends, and why stablecoins are at the center of the conversation. Discover Yat’s vision for Animoca Brands, insights on the road to crypto mass adoption, how digital assets are a catalyst for financial literacy and can provide on-chain solutions for those in need, and what’s next for the digital asset space. Grab your favorite beverage and tune in for an inspiring conversation you won’t want to miss!Guest:⭐ Yat Siu, executive chairman and co-founder of Animoca Brands🔹 This episode of The Coffee Break is brought to you by Matt Solomon from Animoca Brands. If you are interested in learning more about the latest trends in the crypto industry, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on X (FKA Twitter) to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrands Disclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only and is not an offering, solicitation or recommendation to enter into any transaction. Nothing in this video should be construed as professional advice (whether financial, legal, tax or otherwise). Animoca Brands may hold a direct or indirect interest in the project or company mentioned in the video at the time of posting. Animoca Brands does not accept any liability to you for any transactions that you enter into (or do not enter into). We make no representation or warranties about the accuracy or completeness of the information in this video and assume no obligation to update any information. In case of any doubt or questions, you are encouraged to seek independent professional advice.

In this episode of the Open Metaverse Podcast, Yiting Shan from our investment and strategic partnerships team sits down with Scott Shi, co-founder and CTO of Kite AI, to uncover the advancements that Kite AI has been making in the blockchain space. Explore the origin story of Kite AI, its EVM-compatible layer one solution powered by Proof of AI, and how it is democratizing scalable access to data across the AI economy.Guest:⭐ Scott Shi, co-founder and CTO of Kite AI🔹 The Open Metaverse Podcast is brought to you by Animoca Brands. If you are interested in learning more about the latest trends in the crypto industry, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on X (FKA Twitter) to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrandsDisclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only and is not an offering, solicitation or recommendation to enter into any transaction. Nothing in this video should be construed as professional advice (whether financial, legal, tax or otherwise). Animoca Brands may hold a direct or indirect interest in the project or company mentioned in the video at the time of posting. Animoca Brands does not accept any liability to you for any transactions that you enter into (or do not enter into). We make no representation or warranties about the accuracy or completeness of the information in this video and assume no obligation to update any information. In case of any doubt or questions, you are encouraged to seek independent professional advice.

In this episode of The Coffee Break, we're joined by the CEO of ‪San FranTokyo,‬ DT. DT walks us through his founding journey, of how he merged passion with purpose by bringing anime on-chain. It all started with the idea to build San FranTokyo, a city of convergence, where he brought anime on-chain and made it accessible to everyone through technology. From launching an NFT collection to building an anime ID, DT explains how he seeks to optimize the anime and fan experience by creating a digital identity, focusing on product, building a stellar community, and providing an unforgettable experience.Guest:⭐ DT, CEO of San FranTokyo🔹 This episode of The Coffee Break is brought to you by Matt Solomon from Animoca Brands. If you are interested in learning more about the latest trends in the crypto industry, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on X (FKA Twitter) to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrands Disclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only and is not an offering, solicitation or recommendation to enter into any transaction. Nothing in this video should be construed as professional advice (whether financial, legal, tax or otherwise). Animoca Brands may hold a direct or indirect interest in the project or company mentioned in the video at the time of posting. Animoca Brands does not accept any liability to you for any transactions that you enter into (or do not enter into). We make no representation or warranties about the accuracy or completeness of the information in this video and assume no obligation to update any information. In case of any doubt or questions, you are encouraged to seek independent professional advice.

In the recent episode of the Open Metaverse Podcast featuring Sangmin Seo, chairman of Kaia, several key topics shaping the future of Web3 in Asia were discussed in depth.Explore Sangmin’s professional background and the journey that led him to establish Kaia as a high-performance Layer 1 blockchain tailored for mass adoption, particularly across Asian markets.Guest:⭐ Sangmin Seo, chairman of Kaia🔹 The Open Metaverse Podcast is brought to you by Animoca Brands. If you are interested in learning more about the latest trends in the crypto industry, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on X (FKA Twitter) to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrandsDisclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only and is not an offering, solicitation or recommendation to enter into any transaction. Nothing in this video should be construed as professional advice (whether financial, legal, tax or otherwise). Animoca Brands may hold a direct or indirect interest in the project or company mentioned in the video at the time of posting. Animoca Brands does not accept any liability to you for any transactions that you enter into (or do not enter into). We make no representation or warranties about the accuracy or completeness of the information in this video and assume no obligation to update any information. In case of any doubt or questions, you are encouraged to seek independent professional advice.

In this episode of the Open Metaverse Podcast, co-founder of Alphabot Alex Broere shares the journey that sparked Alphabot's creation with our director of capital markets Charis Campbell. He also highlights the key differences between Alphabot's blockchain-focused giveaway system and their Boost platform for Web2 analytics, along with upcoming features including raids and token-related functionalities. With support for 45 different blockchains and a user-centric development approach, Alphabot makes campaign creation seamless through customizable features, all designed with both creators and participants in mind. Discover how Alphabot is revolutionizing Web3 engagement through its innovative platform.Guest:⭐ Alex Broere, co-founder of Alphabot🔹 The Open Metaverse Podcast is brought to you by Animoca Brands. If you are interested in learning more about the latest trends in the crypto industry, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on X (FKA Twitter) to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrandsDisclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only and is not an offering, solicitation or recommendation to enter into any transaction. Nothing in this video should be construed as professional advice (whether financial, legal, tax or otherwise). Animoca Brands may hold a direct or indirect interest in the project or company mentioned in the video at the time of posting. Animoca Brands does not accept any liability to you for any transactions that you enter into (or do not enter into). We make no representation or warranties about the accuracy or completeness of the information in this video and assume no obligation to update any information. In case of any doubt or questions, you are encouraged to seek independent professional advice.

On this week’s episode of The Coffee Break, our host Matt Solomon sits down with our head of People & Culture, Eric Smith, to explore the art of web3 talent acquisition in the industry. Explore the strategies used to headhunt in the digital asset space, where talent can sometimes be hard to come by, misconceptions about working in web3, and what it takes to work at Animoca Brands.Guest:⭐ Eric Smith, Head of People & Culture at Animoca Brands🔹 This episode of The Coffee Break is brought to you by Matt Solomon from Animoca Brands. If you are interested in learning more about the latest trends in the crypto industry, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on X (FKA Twitter) to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrands Disclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only and is not an offering, solicitation or recommendation to enter into any transaction. Nothing in this video should be construed as professional advice (whether financial, legal, tax or otherwise). Animoca Brands may hold a direct or indirect interest in the project or company mentioned in the video at the time of posting. Animoca Brands does not accept any liability to you for any transactions that you enter into (or do not enter into). We make no representation or warranties about the accuracy or completeness of the information in this video and assume no obligation to update any information. In case of any doubt or questions, you are encouraged to seek independent professional advice.

Let's explore the career path of our art director Cherry Leung! From driving the UX/UI direction at Animoca Brands to creating art for several of our flagship projects, such as Moca Network and Anichess, Cherry has pioneered digital art for a long time. Explore the evolution of digital art through her eyes, in this episode of The Coffee Break!Guest:⭐ Cherry Leung, Art Direct at Animoca Brands 🔹 This episode of The Coffee Break is brought to you by Matt Solomon from Animoca Brands. If you are interested in learning more about the latest trends in the crypto industry, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on X (FKA Twitter) to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrands Disclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only and is not an offering, solicitation or recommendation to enter into any transaction. Nothing in this video should be construed as professional advice (whether financial, legal, tax or otherwise). Animoca Brands may hold a direct or indirect interest in the project or company mentioned in the video at the time of posting. Animoca Brands does not accept any liability to you for any transactions that you enter into (or do not enter into). We make no representation or warranties about the accuracy or completeness of the information in this video and assume no obligation to update any information. In case of any doubt or questions, you are encouraged to seek independent professional advice.

In this episode of The Coffee Break, senior marketing manager Lucie Acquaviva shares her perspective on why the fundamentals of marketing—blending science and art—remain unchanged, even in the transition from Web2 to Web3. With the blockchain space becoming increasingly crowded with narratives, marketers face the challenge of gaining clarity on audience needs and creating impactful experiences for those new to crypto, including a successful Hong Kong's first-ever Web3 consumer event, which helped bridge the gap between blockchain and new audiences through fun, interactive experiences. Grab your coffee and join the conversation! ☕️Guest:⭐ Lucie Acquaviva, Senior Marketing Manager at Animoca Brands🔹 This episode of The Coffee Break is brought to you by Matt Solomon from Animoca Brands. If you are interested in learning more about the latest trends in the crypto industry, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on X (FKA Twitter) to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrands

Welcome to the Open Metaverse Podcast! In this episode, our host and associate director of investments and strategic partnerships Raafeh Rahim sits down with Ricky Wong, co-founder and CFO of Catizen. They delve into Ricky’s professional journey from auditor to Web3 entrepreneur, discussing how his experiences in finance and risk management came in handy when building a successful gaming ecosystem. Join us for an engaging conversation filled with valuable lessons to explore the future of gaming and blockchain technology.Guest:⭐ Ricky Wong🔹 The Open Metaverse Podcast is brought to you by Animoca Brands. If you are interested in learning more about the latest trends in the crypto industry, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on X (FKA Twitter) to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrandsDisclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only and is not an offering, solicitation or recommendation to enter into any transaction. Nothing in this video should be construed as professional advice (whether financial, legal, tax or otherwise). Animoca Brands may hold a direct or indirect interest in the project or company mentioned in the video at the time of posting. Animoca Brands does not accept any liability to you for any transactions that you enter into (or do not enter into). We make no representation or warranties about the accuracy or completeness of the information in this video and assume no obligation to update any information. In case of any doubt or questions, you are encouraged to seek independent professional advice.

Welcome to the Open Metaverse Podcast! In this episode, our host, Raafeh Rahim, associate director of investments and strategic partnerships, welcomes Ed Felten, co-founder and chief scientist of Offchain Labs. Join them as they explore Ed’s diverse career journey through technology, policy, and academia, highlighting how these experiences inform his insights into the evolving landscape of Web3. Ed shares valuable lessons from his time in the White House on how regulatory perspectives shape innovation in the crypto space, and discusses the significance of his startup, Arbitrum, in enhancing blockchain scalability and usability. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation at the intersection of technology, policy, and entrepreneurship in the metaverse!Guest:⭐ Ed Felten, co-founder and chief scientist of Offchain Labs🔹 The Open Metaverse Podcast is brought to you by Animoca Brands. If you are interested in learning more about the latest trends in the crypto industry, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on X (FKA Twitter) to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrandsDisclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only and is not an offering, solicitation or recommendation to enter into any transaction. Nothing in this video should be construed as professional advice (whether financial, legal, tax or otherwise). Animoca Brands may hold a direct or indirect interest in the project or company mentioned in the video at the time of posting. Animoca Brands does not accept any liability to you for any transactions that you enter into (or do not enter into). We make no representation or warranties about the accuracy or completeness of the information in this video and assume no obligation to update any information. In case of any doubt or questions, you are encouraged to seek independent professional advice.

In this episode of The Coffee Break, host Matt Solomon chats with Martin Zakovec, CEO of ‪@Gameeapp‬, to explore the gaming platform that boasts over 30 million users. Together, they dive into GAMEE's evolution—from its transition from Web2 to Web3 to its journey of launching mobile games and creating play-to-earn experiences on Telegram. Discover what’s next on GAMEE’s roadmap and gain insights into Martin’s vision for the future of the platform.Guest:⭐ Martin Zakovec, CEO of GAMEE🔹 This episode of The Coffee Break is brought to you by Matt Solomon from Animoca Brands. If you are interested in learning more about the latest trends in the crypto industry, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on X (FKA Twitter) to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrands Disclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only and is not an offering, solicitation or recommendation to enter into any transaction. Nothing in this video should be construed as professional advice (whether financial, legal, tax or otherwise). Animoca Brands may hold a direct or indirect interest in the project or company mentioned in the video at the time of posting. Animoca Brands does not accept any liability to you for any transactions that you enter into (or do not enter into). We make no representation or warranties about the accuracy or completeness of the information in this video and assume no obligation to update any information. In case of any doubt or questions, you are encouraged to seek independent professional advice.

In this episode of the Open Metaverse podcast, our host and associate director of investments and strategic partnerships Raafeh Rahim welcomes Xin Yan, co-founder and CEO of Sign. Yan reflects on his journey, from engineering to founding Sign. The conversation dives into the innovative Sign Pass protocol, which enhances identity verification and is already being used by 200 governments worldwide. Yan discusses the importance of global verifiability in various applications, including contract signing, global token distribution, credential verification, and how blockchain technology can streamline government processes. Join us for a thought-provoking conversation about the challenges of navigating regulations in the crypto space and the future of token distribution.Guest:⭐ Xin Yan, co-founder and CEO of Sign🔹 The Open Metaverse Podcast is brought to you by Animoca Brands. If you are interested in learning more about the latest trends in the crypto industry, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on X (FKA Twitter) to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrandsDisclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only and is not an offering, solicitation or recommendation to enter into any transaction. Nothing in this video should be construed as professional advice (whether financial, legal, tax or otherwise). Animoca Brands may hold a direct or indirect interest in the project or company mentioned in the video at the time of posting. Animoca Brands does not accept any liability to you for any transactions that you enter into (or do not enter into). We make no representation or warranties about the accuracy or completeness of the information in this video and assume no obligation to update any information. In case of any doubt or questions, you are encouraged to seek independent professional advice.

We’re back with another episode of The Coffee Break! In today’s episode, our host Matt Solomon sits down with Shan Han, our portfolio manager and ecosystem lead of Open Campus, to explore the various initiatives happening around this decentralized educational protocol.Explore the world of Open Campus, how it is enhancing the education system for teachers, learning, and institutions through its dApps, EDU Chain, Open Campus ID, its EDU token, and more.Learn how Open Campus is revolutionizing education and bringing it on-chain with the goal of making it more accessible for all. Dive in now!Guest:⭐ Shan Han, portfolio manager and ecosystem lead of Open Campus🔹 This episode of The Coffee Break is brought to you by Matt Solomon from Animoca Brands. If you are interested in learning more about the latest trends in the crypto industry, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on X (FKA Twitter) to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrandsDisclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only and is not an offering, solicitation or recommendation to enter into any transaction. Nothing in this video should be construed as professional advice (whether financial, legal, tax or otherwise). Animoca Brands may hold a direct or indirect interest in the project or company mentioned in the video at the time of posting. Animoca Brands does not accept any liability to you for any transactions that you enter into (or do not enter into). We make no representation or warranties about the accuracy or completeness of the information in this video and assume no obligation to update any information. In case of any doubt or questions, you are encouraged to seek independent professional advice.

Welcome back to the Open Metaverse Podcast! In this episode, our host and associate director of investment & strategic partnerships Raafeh Rahim sits down with Jason Brink, the CEO of Datagram, to explore the transformative potential of decentralized networks and blockchain technology. From his early academic pursuits in blockchain to his groundbreaking work at Datagram, Jason shares his unique journey and insights into the future of decentralized technology. Find out more about how Datagram is revolutionizing decentralized networks and what it means for the future of blockchain technology!Guest: ⭐ Jason Brink, CEO of Datagram🔹 The Open Metaverse Podcast is brought to you by Animoca Brands. If you are interested in learning more about the latest trends in the crypto industry, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on X (FKA Twitter) to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrandsDisclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only and is not an offering, solicitation or recommendation to enter into any transaction. Nothing in this video should be construed as professional advice (whether financial, legal, tax or otherwise). Animoca Brands may hold a direct or indirect interest in the project or company mentioned in the video at the time of posting. Animoca Brands does not accept any liability to you for any transactions that you enter into (or do not enter into). We make no representation or warranties about the accuracy or completeness of the information in this video and assume no obligation to update any information. In case of any doubt or questions, you are encouraged to seek independent professional advice.

In this special edition of The Coffee Break, our guest host Shine Li sits down with Robby Yung, our CEO of investments, as he takes us on a 26-year journey—a story of connection, innovation, and shared vision. Discover how a chance meeting at an internet startup meetup united two visionaries: Robby Yung, our CEO of investments, and Yat Siu, our co-founder and executive chairman. From their early beginnings in Web2 to becoming pioneers of Web3, this is the story of how Animoca Brands evolved into the trailblazer it is today. Robby also dives deep into the latest web3 trends, shares his perspective on decentralization, and offers an inspiring look at what the future holds.Guest:⭐ Robby Yung, CEO of investments🔹 This episode of The Coffee Break is brought to you by our guest host Shine Li from Animoca Brands. If you are interested in learning more about the latest trends in the crypto industry, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on X (FKA Twitter) to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrands Disclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only and is not an offering, solicitation or recommendation to enter into any transaction. Nothing in this video should be construed as professional advice (whether financial, legal, tax or otherwise). Animoca Brands may hold a direct or indirect interest in the project or company mentioned in the video at the time of posting. Animoca Brands does not accept any liability to you for any transactions that you enter into (or do not enter into). We make no representation or warranties about the accuracy or completeness of the information in this video and assume no obligation to update any information. In case of any doubt or questions, you are encouraged to seek independent professional advice.

In this episode of the Open Metaverse podcast, our host and associate director of investment & strategic partnerships Raafeh Rahim welcomes Nom, co-founder and core contributor of BONK, to discuss the evolution of meme coins and their role in the digital assets landscape. Together, they explore Nom’s founding journey, the vision behind BONK, and how it aims to create a unified ecosystem for crypto enthusiasts. Tune in to learn about the challenges and opportunities of bridging Web2 and Web3, insights about the future of digital currencies, the evolution of the meme coin landscape, and more.Guest:⭐ Nom Bonk, co-founder and core contributor of BONK🔹 The Open Metaverse Podcast is brought to you by Animoca Brands. If you are interested in learning more about the latest trends in the crypto industry, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on X (FKA Twitter) to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrandsDisclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only and is not an offering, solicitation or recommendation to enter into any transaction. Nothing in this video should be construed as professional advice (whether financial, legal, tax or otherwise). Animoca Brands may hold a direct or indirect interest in the project or company mentioned in the video at the time of posting. Animoca Brands does not accept any liability to you for any transactions that you enter into (or do not enter into). We make no representation or warranties about the accuracy or completeness of the information in this video and assume no obligation to update any information. In case of any doubt or questions, you are encouraged to seek independent professional advice.

We’re kicking off a brand-new season of the Open Metaverse Podcast with a very special guest! Joining our host and associate director of digital assets Raafeh Rahim is our group president Evan Auyang. Together, they dive into the Animoca Brands ecosystem, the numerous portfolio companies we’ve invested in, the new stablecoin initiatives we’ve taken on, and the exciting new investment opportunities in the horizon.Tune in to explore the key business pillars driving our growth in 2025!Guest:⭐Evan Auyang, Group President of Animoca Brands🔹 The Open Metaverse Podcast is brought to you by Animoca Brands. If you are interested in learning more about the latest trends in the crypto industry, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on X (FKA Twitter) to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrandsDisclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only and is not an offering, solicitation or recommendation to enter into any transaction. Nothing in this video should be construed as professional advice (whether financial, legal, tax or otherwise). Animoca Brands may hold a direct or indirect interest in the project or company mentioned in the video at the time of posting. Animoca Brands does not accept any liability to you for any transactions that you enter into (or do not enter into). We make no representation or warranties about the accuracy or completeness of the information in this video and assume no obligation to update any information. In case of any doubt or questions, you are encouraged to seek independent professional advice.

In this episode, our host Matt Solomon sits down with our Head of Tokenomics, Mohamed Ezeldin. Mo breaks down what it takes to build a sustainable Web3 project, comparing the complexities of tokenomics to an onion—layered and full of surprises. He also dives into how tokenomics fuels the Web3 ecosystem, why it matters, and his work with the ApeCoin Council. Don’t miss this episode of The Coffee Break to find out more!Guest:⭐Mohamed Ezeldin, Head of Tokenomics, Animoca Brands🔹 This episode of The Coffee Break is brought to you by Matt Solomon from Animoca Brands. If you are interested in learning more about the latest updates in the crypto industry, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on our Twitter to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrands Disclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only and is not an offering, solicitation or recommendation to enter into any transaction. Nothing in this video should be construed as professional advice (whether financial, legal, tax or otherwise). Animoca Brands may hold a direct or indirect interest in the project or company mentioned in the video at the time of posting. Animoca Brands does not accept any liability to you for any transactions that you enter into (or do not enter into). We make no representation or warranties about the accuracy or completeness of the information in this video and assume no obligation to update any information. In case of any doubt or questions, you are encouraged to seek independent professional advice.

Welcome back to another episode of The Coffee Break, where interesting conversations are fueled by coffee. Today, our host Matt Solomon is joined by Sam T, head of investments and strategic partnerships at Animoca Brands. Together, they explore the vast ecosystem of 540+ portfolio companies and the type of investment that we do. Dive into this episode to explore the factors behind a good investment, and how we provide support and digital asset advisory service to portfolio companies, from pre-TGE to post-TGE.Guest:⭐Sam T., Head of Investments and Strategic Partnerships, Animoca Brands🔹 The Coffee Break is brought to you by Animoca Brands. If you are interested in learning more about the latest trends in the crypto industry, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on our Twitter to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrandsDisclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only and is not an offering, solicitation or recommendation to enter into any transaction. Nothing in this video should be construed as professional advice (whether financial, legal, tax or otherwise). Animoca Brands may hold a direct or indirect interest in the project or company mentioned in the video at the time of posting. Animoca Brands does not accept any liability to you for any transactions that you enter into (or do not enter into). We make no representation or warranties about the accuracy or completeness of the information in this video and assume no obligation to update any information. In case of any doubt or questions, you are encouraged to seek independent professional advice.

The Coffee Break features crypto and web3 founders, entrepreneurs, and traiblazers from all across the world, who are focused on the hottest trends in the digital asset industry. In this first episode of The Coffee Break, tune in to hear it from our host Matt Solomon and our head of digital assets Josh Du to explore the latest market updates, insights about TRUMP coin, crypto predictions, hot trends to pay attention to in 2025, and more.Guest:⭐Josh Du, Head of Digital Assets at Animoca Brands🔹 The Coffee Break is brought to you by Animoca Brands. If you are interested in learning more about the latest updates in crypto, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on our Twitter to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrandsDisclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only and is not an offering, solicitation or recommendation to enter into any transaction. Nothing in this video should be construed as professional advice (whether financial, legal, tax or otherwise). Animoca Brands may hold a direct or indirect interest in the project or company mentioned in the video at the time of posting. Animoca Brands does not accept any liability to you for any transactions that you enter into (or do not enter into). We make no representation or warranties about the accuracy or completeness of the information in this video and assume no obligation to update any information. In case of any doubt or questions, you are encouraged to seek independent professional advice.

Join Charis Campbell, our Director of Capital Markets, as she sits down with Len Findlay, CEO and co-founder of Saltwater Games, in this special episode of our Open Metaverse podcast to discover the fascinating journey from investing in a flying car company in Australia to leading a gaming studio in Dubai. In this episode, they dive deep into the world of game ownership, Layer 3 technologies (L3s), and the significance of play-to-impact. Len also shares invaluable lessons learned from his experience exiting seven companies.Guest:⭐Len Findlay, CEO and co-founder of Saltwater Games🔹 The Open Metaverse Podcast is brought to you by Animoca Brands. If you are interested in learning more about broadly understood crypto, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on our Twitter to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrandsDisclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only and is not an offering, solicitation or recommendation to enter into any transaction. Nothing in this video should be construed as professional advice (whether financial, legal, tax or otherwise). Animoca Brands may hold a direct or indirect interest in the project or company mentioned in the video at the time of posting. Animoca Brands does not accept any liability to you for any transactions that you enter into (or do not enter into). We make no representation or warranties about the accuracy or completeness of the information in this video and assume no obligation to update any information. In case of any doubt or questions, you are encouraged to seek independent professional advice.

In this new episode of The Open Metaverse podcast, our host Mehdi Farooq speaks to Tekin Salimi, the founder of dao5, an experimental crypto investment manager with a unique vision to convert into a founder-owned DAO. Tekin shares his journey from being a corporate lawyer to an early general partner at Polychain Capital, his experiences investing in projects like Bearachain, BitTensor, EigenLayer, and more, and how he spots early trends and talents in the Web3 space. They discuss the future of #DAOs, #ICOs, #token distribution, the importance of founder relationships, and insights into the evolution of #DeSci, #DePIN, #Web3gaming, and privacy technologies. Tekin also offers a glimpse into DAO5's progressive decentralization model and his thoughts on building an edge as an investor.⭐Tekin Salimi, founder of dao5🔹 The Open Metaverse Podcast is brought to you by Animoca Brands. If you are interested in learning more about broadly understood crypto, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on our Twitter to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrandsDisclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only and is not an offering, solicitation or recommendation to enter into any transaction. Nothing in this video should be construed as professional advice (whether financial, legal, tax or otherwise). Animoca Brands may hold a direct or indirect interest in the project or company mentioned in the video at the time of posting. Animoca Brands does not accept any liability to you for any transactions that you enter into (or do not enter into). We make no representation or warranties about the accuracy or completeness of the information in this video and assume no obligation to update any information. In case of any doubt or questions, you are encouraged to seek independent professional advice.

In this new episode of The Open Metaverse, Jack Platts shares his journey into the #crypto space, from his early days at Polkadot to launching his own investment fund, Hypersphere. He discusses the evolution of his multi-strategy approach, emphasizing adaptability, key investments like #Solana, #Worldcoin, #Ton, #Ethena, and #SEI, and the unique challenges of crypto venture investing. Jack dives into the traits he values in founders, the importance of board rights for investors, and the balance between liquid and early-stage investments. This conversation offers a masterclass in thinking like a Web3 fund manager, covering topics like risk, thesis formation, and ecosystem adaptability.⭐Jack Platts, co-founder of Hyphersphere Group🔹 The Open Metaverse Podcast is brought to you by Animoca Brands. If you are interested in learning more about broadly understood crypto, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on our Twitter to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrandsDisclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only and is not an offering, solicitation or recommendation to enter into any transaction. Nothing in this video should be construed as professional advice (whether financial, legal, tax or otherwise). Animoca Brands may hold a direct or indirect interest in the project or company mentioned in the video at the time of posting. Animoca Brands does not accept any liability to you for any transactions that you enter into (or do not enter into). We make no representation or warranties about the accuracy or completeness of the information in this video and assume no obligation to update any information. In case of any doubt or questions, you are encouraged to seek independent professional advice.

In this new episode, our host Mehdi sits down with Jay and Justin from Sei Foundation. Together, they delve into the creation of a parallelized Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) on Sei , exploring the motivation behind it and the challenges involved in the development of theEVM. The conversation highlights the necessity of high-performance Layer 1 solutions and the advantages of optimistic parallelization. Jay and Justin share their insights on improvements in state storage and synchronization, the growing ecosystem of DeFi and gaming on Sei , as well as Sei’s ecosystem-building strategy. The episode concludes with a look at the future of L1s and Layer 2 (L2) solutions, stressing the need for differentiation and robust network effects. Tune in now to explore the growing ecosystem of Sei Network!⭐Jay, co-founder of Sei Labs⭐Justin, head of BD and investments at Sei🔹 The Open Metaverse Podcast is brought to you by Animoca Brands. If you are interested in learning more about broadly understood crypto, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on our Twitter to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrandsDisclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only and is not an offering, solicitation or recommendation to enter into any transaction. Nothing in this video should be construed as professional advice (whether financial, legal, tax or otherwise). Animoca Brands may hold a direct or indirect interest in the project or company mentioned in the video at the time of posting. Animoca Brands does not accept any liability to you for any transactions that you enter into (or do not enter into). We make no representation or warranties about the accuracy or completeness of the information in this video and assume no obligation to update any information. In case of any doubt or questions, you are encouraged to seek independent professional advice.

In this new episode, our host Mehdi Farooq sits down with Mike Horton, co-founder of GEODNET, to discuss the groundbreaking RTK network that promises to revolutionize GPS accuracy. GEODNET is leveraging a decentralized, crypto-powered model to create the world's largest RTK network, enhancing location data accuracy by 100X. This approach drastically reduces costs (around 10X), enabling GEODNET to scale rapidly and serve high-growth industries like autonomous vehicles, drones, precision agriculture and consumer robotics. Mike shares insights into how GEODNET's innovative use of crypto incentives is transforming the way RTK networks operate with around 8700 miners across 136 countries globally. Learn more about the strategic vision behind GEODNET's growth, its significant annual revenue, how they plan to reach 100,000 nodes and the promising roadmap ahead.⭐Mike Horton, co-founder of GEODNET🔹 The Open Metaverse Podcast is brought to you by Animoca Brands. If you are interested in learning more about broadly understood crypto, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on our Twitter to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrandsDisclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only and is not an offering, solicitation or recommendation to enter into any transaction. Nothing in this video should be construed as professional advice (whether financial, legal, tax or otherwise). Animoca Brands may hold a direct or indirect interest in the project or company mentioned in the video at the time of posting. Animoca Brands does not accept any liability to you for any transactions that you enter into (or do not enter into). We make no representation or warranties about the accuracy or completeness of the information in this video and assume no obligation to update any information. In case of any doubt or questions, you are encouraged to seek independent professional advice.

In this podcast, host Mehdi Farooq speaks to Rushi Manche, co-founder of Movement, about how their project is poised to transform Ethereum by leveraging Facebook's MoveVM. With US$45M in funding, Movement is dedicated to making Ethereum faster, more affordable, and more secure. Discover their groundbreaking innovations, including parallelization, decentralized sequencers, and M1/M2 chains. Also, find out which industry trends have Rushi most excited.Guest:⭐Rushi Manche, co-founder of Movement🔹 The Open Metaverse Podcast is brought to you by Animoca Brands. If you are interested in learning more about broadly understood crypto, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.Disclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only and is not an offering, solicitation or recommendation to enter into any transaction. Nothing in this video should be construed as professional advice (whether financial, legal, tax or otherwise). Animoca Brands may hold a direct or indirect interest in the project or company mentioned in the video at the time of posting. Animoca Brands does not accept any liability to you for any transactions that you enter into (or do not enter into). We make no representation or warranties about the accuracy or completeness of the information in this video and assume no obligation to update any information. In case of any doubt or questions, you are encouraged to seek independent professional advice.

In this podcast, host Mehdi Farooq engages in a captivating conversation with Imaginary Ones co-founder Clement, exploring the project's Web3 journey. Key topics include Imaginary Ones' potential as the Web3 Roblox, unique aspects of IP creation and content play, strategic partnerships, and a special collaboration with Hugo Boss. Clement provides insights into social farming, the $BUBBLE Token, and differentiates Imaginary Ones from Web2 organizations. The podcast concludes with a rapid-fire round and final thoughts, offering a concise yet comprehensive overview of Imaginary Ones and the future of Web3 gaming.nGuest:⭐ Clement Chia, co-founder of Imaginary Ones🔹 The Open Metaverse Podcast is brought to you by Animoca Brands. If you are interested in learning more about broadly understood crypto, followhttps://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on our Twitter to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrandsDisclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only and is not an offering, solicitation or recommendation to enter into any transaction. Nothing in this video should be construed as professional advice (whether financial, legal, tax or otherwise). Animoca Brands may hold a direct or indirect interest in the project or company mentioned in the video at the time of posting. Animoca Brands does not accept any liability to you for any transactions that you enter into (or do not enter into). We make no representation or warranties about the accuracy or completeness of the information in this video and assume no obligation to update any information. In case of any doubt or questions, you are encouraged to seek independent professional advice.

Dive into this episode of the Open Metaverse Podcast to listen to our host and senior tokenomics analyst Mehdi Farooq our executive chairman and co-founder Yat Siu discuss the outlook of Web3. Together, they delve into the conversation of how Web3 is empowering individuals and creators to monetize their digital value and output. Tune in to find out how you can benefit from content-as-a-platform.Guest:⭐Yat Siu, executive chairman and co-founder of Animoca Brands🔹 The Open Metaverse Podcast is brought to you by Animoca Brands. If you are interested in learning more about broadly understood crypto, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on our Twitter to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrandsDisclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only and is not an offering, solicitation or recommendation to enter into any transaction. Nothing in this video should be construed as professional advice (whether financial, legal, tax or otherwise). Animoca Brands may hold a direct or indirect interest in the project or company mentioned in the video at the time of posting. Animoca Brands does not accept any liability to you for any transactions that you enter into (or do not enter into). We make no representation or warranties about the accuracy or completeness of the information in this video and assume no obligation to update any information. In case of any doubt or questions, you are encouraged to seek independent professional advice.

In this special episode of Token Talks, we dive into the realm of blockchain technology's impact in 2024, with a stacked panel of accomplished women in web3.This series is brought to you ahead of International Women's day and gives you a brief overview of the various projects that different female builders have been working on in the #web3 space, across education, gaming, tokenomics, and more. Together, the guests address the main barriers in blockchain adoption and the various strategies that can be adopted to bring blockchain literacy to a wider mainstream audience. ⭐Katherine Webb, Senior Tokenomics Analyst of Animoca Brands ⭐Amanda Slavin, founder of LearningFREQUENCY ⭐Bozena Rezab, CEO and co-founder of GAMEE ⭐Adelina Mattera, head of communications of World of Women ⭐Robby Yung, CEO of investments at Animoca Brands🔹Follow us on our Twitter to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrandsDisclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only. It is not intended as investment advice and does not offer, solicit, or recommend any investment product.

New Founder Insights episode with the co-founder and COO of @TheSandboxGame, Sébastien Borget!Seb delves into the unique “No-Code Tools” built by The Sandbox over the last 5 years to provide a Web3 platform like no other for creators that feature Voxels.Seb’s view is that the future of gaming is all about User Generated Content (UGC).Together, Seb and our entrepreneur-in-residence Rich Robinson explore the strong interest of top brands in The Sandbox and the company’s unique gateway to Web3 which combines creativity, utility, and accessibility to connect fans and create communities worldwide.Today, Sandbox boasts of over 400 major global brands, and counting.On the pod, they discuss The Sandbox’s very active community and ecosystem of over 250 certified studios, agencies, builders, and over 130,000 individual creators.Seb and Rich then talk about the ability for any users with their avatar, to move seamlessly across different virtual worlds and platforms without any restriction, and how Seb envisions the metaverse as a "myriad" with millions and millions of 3D virtual places that people can connect to.Also covered are the three key parts of The Sandbox: product, tools and marketplace. ⭐Sebastien Borget, co-founder and COO of The Sandbox 🔹 The Open Metaverse Podcast is brought to you by Animoca Brands' #tokenomics team, Mohamed Ezeldin and Mehdi Farooq. If you are interested in learning more about broadly understood crypto, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch. 🔹 The Founder Insights Podcast is brought to you by Animoca Brands' entrepreneur-in-residence, Richard Robinson. If you are interested in learning more about broadly understood crypto, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on our twitter to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrands

Welcome to Token Talks with Animoca Brands! For today's episode, our very own Tokenomics team reveals insights on how to build the best web3 games, from product design to user retention, and more. Tune in to this episode to gain special insights into game design and tokenomics in web3. ⭐ Mohamed Ezeldin, Head of Tokenomics ⭐Marc McGinley, Game Designer ⭐Mohamed AbdelKhalek, Game designer ⭐ Jerry Lai, Tokenomics Analyst⭐ Emilio Padulo, Senior Tokenomics Analyst ⭐Jakob Kenny, Tokenomics Analyst⭐Squiddy, VP of Culture at Superfine🔹 Token Talks is brought to you by Animoca Brands' #tokenomics team. If you are interested in learning more about game design and crypto, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.

New Founder Insights episode with the co-founder of Viker Dan Beasley, on their launch of Grapes. Our entrepreneur-in-residence Rich Robinson discusses with Dan, assessing how two veteran game developer partners came together to launch Viker based on combined decades of experience and insights.Dan and Rich talk about the importance of Intellectual Property, specifically "family-friendly global entertainment IP" and how they wanted to build their own IP, which spawned the idea of Grapes.  Combining that with super fun and engaging gameplay has been a secret to their success.They then dig deep into platform strategy starting with mobile, expanding to Roblox and ultimately Steam and their vision to extend Grapes to as many platforms as possible.  On the pod, Dan also explores their origin story more deeply and how the two founders have emphasized authenticity and engagement with their community as keys to their success.Watch the full episode here! https://www.joingrapes.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/danbeasley1 https://twitter.com/danbeasley1 ⭐Dan Beasley, co-founder and director of Viker 🔹 The Founder Insights Podcast is brought to you by Animoca Brands' entrepreneur-in-residence, Richard Robinson. If you are interested in learning more about broadly understood crypto, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on our twitter to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrandsDisclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only. It is not intended as investment advice and does not offer, solicit, or recommend any investment product.

Welcome to Token Talks with Animoca Brands. For today's episode, our Tokenomics will discuss and provide a brief overview of the state of web3 metagames in 2024. Tune in to this episode to gain special insights into game design and tokenomics in web3. ⭐ Mohamed Ezeldin, Head of tokenomics at Animoca Brands ⭐Katherine Webb, Senior tokenomics analyst ⭐Mohamed AbdelKhalek, Game designer ⭐ Lionel Fock, Tokenomics analyst 🔹 Token Talks is brought to you by Animoca Brands' #tokenomics team. If you are interested in learning more about game design and crypto, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.

New Founder Insights episode with the co-founder of Dogami Kristofer Dayne Penseyres on their Web3 Virtual Pet from outer space - Dogami.Kristofer and our entrepreneur-in-residence Rich Robinson discuss how the virtual pet category gets reinvented every time there is a new platform and paradigm and Web3 is no different.They discuss how their concept of creating a lore and storyline of dogs from outer space is portrayed not only in the on-chain gaming experience but also through digital comic books, creating that connection with the user in the same way that pets create a connection with their owners in the real world.They dig into the origin story of the company and how each co-founder brings in their unique skill sets and backgrounds to put together a compelling brand and company.On the pod, Rich and Kristofer explore Kristofer’s entrepreneurial journey, starting from his days as a professional actor and how those acting skills and most especially improvisational acting concepts help him be both a better team player and the most optimal version of his entrepreneurial self. Listen to the full episode here!⭐Kristofer Dayne Penseyres, co-founder of Dogami🔹 The Founder Insights Podcast is brought to you by Animoca Brands' entrepreneur-in-residence, Richard Robinson. If you are interested in learning more about broadly understood crypto, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on our twitter to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrandsDisclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only. It is not intended as investment advice and does not offer, solicit, or recommend any investment product.

New Founder Insights episode with Jihoz (Jeffrey Zirlin), the co-founder of Sky Mavis and creator of Axie Infinity!We discuss how Jihoz and his team have been busy building and how they are coming back strong with their extended platform centered around Web3 gaming.Jihoz and our entrepreneur-in-residence Rich Robinson chat about the origin of the company, the speed of its growth following the launch of the Ronin side chain, and the size of the company at its peak when it reached millions of users and nearly 12 million NFTs sold. Even today with 150,000 DAU, they estimate that they command nearly two-thirds of the Web3 gaming space.They cover the phenomenal rise of scholarships for gamers that subsequently led to a surge of gaming guilds and the involvement of millions of scholars playing Axies in the Philippines, Southeast Asia and around the world.On the pod, they explore the platform that Sky Mavis has rolled out with Ronin to enforce creator royalties and the challenges and lessons learned from building and maintaining its infrastructure.⭐Jeffrey 'Jihoz' Zirlin, co-founder of Sky Mavis🔹 The Founder Insights Podcast is brought to you by Animoca Brands' entrepreneur-in-residence, Richard Robinson. If you are interested in learning more about broadly understood crypto, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on our twitter to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrandsDisclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only. It is not intended as investment advice and does not offer, solicit, or recommend any investment product.

New Founder Insights episode with the co-founder of Blowfish Studios Ben Lee - on their Early Access launch of their stunning AAA RPG Phantom Galaxies.Ben and our entrepreneur-in-residence Rich Robinson discuss the Web2 and Web3 blended elements of the game and how launching on both Steam and Epic Games Store can further help onboard new users to Web3 gaming.They chat about Blowfish Studios’ vision of building accessible, super fun, world-class Web3 gaming for true gamers and how that core gameplay awesomeness is the North star of the studio.On the pod, they further dig into Ben’s exemplary entrepreneurial journey and the 12-year history of the studio, uncovering the even longer history of Ben and his co-founder Aaron, throwing it back to the 1990’s and reminiscing about lessons learned along the way.⭐Ben Lee, co-founder of Blowfish Studios🔹 The Founder Insights Podcast is brought to you by Animoca Brands' entrepreneur-in-residence, Richard Robinson. If you are interested in learning more about broadly understood crypto, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on X to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrandsDisclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only. It is not intended as investment advice and does not offer, solicit, or recommend any investment product.

New Founder Insights episode with the co-founders of Futureverse Shara Senderoff and Aaron McDonald.We discuss how Futureverse raised a whopping US$54 million series to build the open metaverse and how they acquired 11 companies off the bat with 250 staff with more than 6 years of experience already building virtual worlds to get a head start.Shara and Aaron talk about their vision of building tools for users to delightfully accelerate the building and immersive experiences inside Futureverse. The future is unevenly distributed and their vision is to more rapidly and equitably distribute the future to users.On the pod, we dig into how their entrepreneurial, investment and movie production backgrounds converge to give them the tools and competitive advantages any startup needs to succeed. ⭐Aaron McDonald, co-founder of Futureverse⭐Shara Senderoff, co-founder of Futureverse🔹 The Founder Insights Podcast is brought to you by Animoca Brands' entrepreneur-in-residence, Richard Robinson. If you are interested in learning more about broadly understood crypto, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on our twitter to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrandsDisclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only. It is not intended as investment advice and does not offer, solicit, or recommend any investment product.

In this podcast, we sit down with Joe McCann from Asymmetric and discuss Solana as a technology and ecosystem and its unique features compared to other blockchains, particularly Ethereum. Joe explains how Solana's approach to being a Layer 1 blockchain is different and more performant due to its emphasis on parallel processing. He compares it to CPU performance improvement over time. Solana's focus on Rust as its core programming language, its scalability and decentralization, and its tightly integrated architecture are also highlighted as distinguishing features. Joe shares his views on the potential tokenization of real-world assets (RWA) and highlights the precedent set by USDC. He believes that established financial product companies may tokenize their products, such as ETFs, to expand their trading hours, and this is more likely to happen before more complex RWAs like mortgage bonds and corporate credit get tokenized. The interview concludes with a discussion of exciting experiments in the Solana ecosystem, including projects like Dialect, staking and liquid staking initiatives, and DePIN, all driven by the unique features of Solana.⭐Joe McCann, Asymmetric 🔹 The Open Metaverse Podcast is brought to you by Animoca Brands' #tokenomics team, Mohamed Ezeldin and Mehdi Farooq. If you are interested in learning more about broadly understood crypto, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.

Today we are very pleased to welcome Joel Monegro of Placeholder VC to our podcast. From working on payments infrastructure in the Dominican Republic, Joel entered venture capital in 2014 and started his own Placeholder VC in 2017. He is a prolific writer and we started off by discussing his recent article “Ethereum is Like Android and Solana is Like iOS”.We explored this from the angles of modularisation and standardisation, noting how, like Android, instead of vertically integrating the stack, Ethereum is becoming more of a platform for L2s to settle on, and most of the users of Ethereum are not using Mainnet directly but rather L2 networks. Solana, on the other hand, gives the impression of iOS in the sense that user experiences are superior because developers don’t have to think about deploying on multiple L2s and having to manage all those trade offs. In a multichain future, Joel envisions millions of blockchains, including virtual blockchains built on top of others, serving as the backend for online services.Joel shared his views on the web3 and AI intersection, anticipating the proliferation of AI agents and the role of blockchain networks in accommodating their transactions and interactions. Finally, we considered some DePIN projects, emerging social networks on Layer 2 solutions, and the regulatory focus on stablecoins for real-world assets signifying the ongoing generational transition in the blockchain industry. Enjoy his fascinating perspectives and delivery. ⭐Joel Monegro, Partner at Placeholder VC🔹 The Open Metaverse Podcast is brought to you by Animoca Brands' #tokenomics team, Mohamed Ezeldin and Mehdi Farooq. If you are interested in learning more about broadly understood crypto, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.

Today we meet with Alex Tapscott, globally-recognised author, speaker and investor, to gain more insight into his recently published book, “Web3: Charting the Internet’s Next Economic and Cultural Frontier”. This potent introduction and guide to web3 covers everything from the metaverse and NFTs to DAOs, decentralised finance and self-sovereign identity. In this podcast episode, we start off with exploring the cultural monetisation aspects of web3 and how they relate to digital ownership. Alex shares his thoughts on the convergence of web3 and AI, as well as extended reality and decentralised compute. We query web3’s potential role in easing income inequality in the world. Finally, we take a look at DePIN, DeSCI, SocialFi and some other potential killeruse cases for crypto. ⭐Alex Tapscott 🔹 The Open Metaverse Podcast is brought to you by Animoca Brands' #tokenomics team, Mohamed Ezeldin and Mehdi Farooq. If you are interested in learning more about broadly understood crypto, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on our twitter to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrandsDisclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only. It is not intended as investment advice and does not offer, solicit, or recommend any investment product.

New Founder Insights episode with the co-founder and CEO of GAMEE - Bozena Rezab.We discuss how GAMEE is a seasoned company with SEVEN BILLION gameplays that Animoca Brands acquired in 2020 and how the company is evolving in the Web3 space.We talk about how Beast Arcade is a culmination of the learnings around launching multiple Web3 games over the years and working to onboard the non-Web3 natives to a fun and compelling gaming experience where the Web3 layer is invisible.We deep dive into how the company went from a local company in the Czech Republic to a global player creating games for NASA and being the first company to make games on Telegram.Watch the full episode here!⭐Bozena Rezab, CEO and Co-founder of GAMEE🔹 The Founder Insights Podcast is brought to you by Animoca Brands' entrepreneur-in-residence, Richard Robinson. If you are interested in learning more about broadly understood crypto, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on our twitter to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrandsDisclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only. It is not intended as investment advice and does not offer, solicit, or recommend any investment product.

New Founder Insights episode with the founder and CEO of @pyratzlabs - Bilal El Alamy.We discuss how PyratzLabs is ideally placed in Paris, since France is a Web3 powerhouse with the likes of The Sandbox, Ledger, Life Beyond, Ledger, and other aspiring startups. Bilal breaks down how PyratzLabs is creating new startups through their studio model, investing in Web3 startups and growing companies through their accelerator.We deep dive into @dogamitv5939, one of the stars in their portfolio creating a compelling Web3 Tamagotchi-style pet game on the blockchain.We also talk about balancing the joyful stress of startup life with sports and nature. Go-karting and freediving are two major sports that Bilal immerses himself in to destress and challenge himself.Watch the full episode here! ⭐Bilal El Alamy, founder and CEO of PyratzLabs🔹 The Founder Insights Podcast is brought to you by Animoca Brands' entrepreneur-in-residence, Richard Robinson. If you are interested in learning more about broadly understood crypto, follow https://twitter.com/animocaresearch.🔹Follow us on our twitter to stay up to date with the latest episodes! https://twitter.com/animocabrandsDisclaimer: The content of this video is for entertainment purposes only. It is not intended as investment advice and does not offer, solicit, or recommend any investment product.