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John, Eric, and Chris each came to collecting through different ways–from childhood collecting, to seeing cryptocurrency memorabilia collecting as a merging of hobbies, to getting involved in the arena as a memorabilia producer at Bitcoin Penny. All of the most popular cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, LiteCoin, Ripple, Ethereum, Monero, and more have collectible coins that interested […]
Bitwage is a payroll and invoicing system build on top of Bitcoin, which allows wages from an employer located in the US, UK, or EU to be deposited directly into a special checking account. The funds deposited into this checking account are converted into Bitcoin, and then sent to the wallet of your choice. Workers […]
Imagine having a source of low-cost, basic nutrition growing indefinitely on your own countertop. “Think of it like a Keurig for nutrition…way more nutritious than the fruits and vegetables in your garden, and it takes a lot less space,” says Elliot Roth, founder of Spira. With the use of a specific type of algae called […]
Abed Ajraou, Chief Data Officer and Co-Founder of AIEVE, discusses the first savings platform in cryptocurrency, which will utilize artificial intelligence on the Ethereum blockchain in order to better predict trends in cryptocurrency. The result? Consumers will be able to save and grow their money on a transparent platform while paying much lower fees than […]
Luno.com is a Bitcoin platform that allows people to convert local currency into Bitcoin, and securely hold it until they wish to use it. It was originally developed with emerging markets in mind because Bitcoin has been rising against the US Dollar and the Euro, while many local currencies around the world have fallen […]
In 2014, Bread Wallet was created as a secure, user-friendly solution for sending and receiving Bitcoin (a wallet). But today, it’s on the verge of becoming so much more: the term “wallet” will soon be dropped from the name to signify a shift away from a simple wallet and toward a decentralized banking platform. “What […]
Sur BTC is fiat-gateway Bitcoin and cryptocurrency exchange located in Chile, with additional operations in Colombia and Peru. Though the exchange is open to people from around South America, the regulatory landscape is very different across the continent–from a very loose, liberal regulatory framework in Chile, to a more restricted framework in Bolivia. Torrealba discusses […]
Vaultoro is a centralized exchange that allows individuals to use Bitcoin to purchase gold, which is then held for you in a high-security vault in Switzerland. Unlike traditional banks, where money deposited becomes property of the bank to use or lose, trading Bitcoin for gold means that you will always have this gold waiting for […]
Current energy markets are highly inefficient. Particularly in Texas, where Grid Plus was founded, the biggest inefficiencies are through the retailers, or utility companies. These retailers are not responsible for creating energy nor for maintaining the grid, and yet have nearly a 100% markup on the energy purchased through them. Grid Plus plans to change […]
Brian Deery, Chief Scientist at Factom, returns to the podcast to offer his insight on a variety of topics, including atomic swaps and centralized versus decentralized exchanges. “Decentralized exchanges are badly needed…lower fees… higher liquidity…the absence of surveillance…political neutrality…and greater security,” says Deery. So, why haven’t decentralized exchanges already been widely adopted? What’s stopping them […]
The fourth annual Texas Bitcoin Conference is just around the corner, slated for October 28-29 in Austin, Texas. “I think this is a period of great innovation, and people are looking to see how to use the blockchain to solve real problems…and how to take part in such a way that…when cryptocurrency explodes, they’ve got […]
Interested in getting involved in the world of cryptocurrency, but have no idea where to begin? Overwhelmed by the amount of information out there, and unsure of which is legitimate? You’re not alone: this is exactly where both Troy Mihalek and Ryan Faust found themselves just a couple of years ago. “We focused CryptoVice around […]
Auxesis Group creates innovative blockchain solutions for companies and governments, and is one of the 100 most influential blockchain companies around the globe. Among their projects is the AuxLedger, which allows for the creation of individual identities and the distribution of public benefits through the ledger. Cashaa, a zero-fee remittance system, is a new initiative […]
Whether you’re a small developer or a large Fortune 500 company, getting consumers to interact with your app or engage in transactions is the key to your success. Plaid helps to connect 3rd party applications to user’s bank accounts, in order to streamline transactions made through those applications, and verifies user identities at set up. […]
Bitcoin stands for financial freedom,” says Shiva Sitamraju of Blockonomics. “Our philosophy is that we shouldn’t be a custodial wallet, or a custodian of your funds.” Instead, Blockonomics helps facilitate merchants to accept Bitcoin by providing automatic updates to invoices, a wallet watcher displaying account balances, and a dynamic Bitcoin pricing display. With a simple […]
As a musical artist in today’s world, it can take two years to syndicate a single piece of work. And with the sheer volume of content on the internet, it’s difficult for any once piece to be accurately traced back to its creator. But imagine if artists were able to syndicate their work globally […]
Imagine waking up and realizing that all of the banks had been shut down and the entirety of your savings had been lost overnight. That’s exactly what happened to the citizens of Argentina in the mid 1990s. Amidst a huge economic crisis, they needed solutions. Over the past several decades, the economic situation in the […]
“The world is getting transformed… a lot of entrepreneurs don’t realize how extraordinary what they’ve done is. They are banking the unbanked, they’re ensuring the uninsurable,” says Tim Draper, who as a billionaire venture capitalist seeks precisely those types of entrepreneurs- the types that focus on ICOs as precursors to greater movements with the potential […]
Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other cryptocurrencies represent a new type of asset class and marketplace for investors to get involved in, similar to traditional markets such as NASDAQ. Index investing has always helped investors take advantage of broad market movements, and Coincube offers free investment software to help open up these new crypto asset markets to […]
AML, or Anti-Money Laundering, regulations are present in nearly every country worldwide, and have been enacted to prevent (or make significantly more difficult) the act of making money from criminal sources appear legally earned. Because blockchain represents a transfer of value, all companies using this technology have an obligation to negate the risk of money-laundering […]
Currently, merchants have several issues with taking credit card payments, including high fees and a general lack of transparency. These problems can be solved with crypto tokens such as Bitcoin or Dash, but many users are confused by all the additional services and products needed to efficiently make payments using cryptocurrency–compliance and tax services, AML/KYC […]
Gerald Reihsen, a lawyer, entrepreneur, and speaker at the upcoming Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Blockchain Super Conference in Dallas, offers some thoughts on why it is necessary to properly set up blockchain companies and ICOs to minimize potential civil and criminal liabilities. Many companies are currently being formed with little appreciation of how to build a […]
“There are very few proof of stake currencies… people like to stick with what they know,” says Douglas Pike. But just three years ago, Pike decided to venture into this lesser explored area of crypto technology, becoming the co-creator and lead developer of VeriCoin- a proof of stake (PoS) currency that distinguishes itself from other […]
Piracy is a huge problem for TV networks, cable, and satellite providers, and Verimatrix provides scramblers, descramblers, and other encryption methods to ensure that paid content is communicated to subscribers only. Verimatrix also provides security for IOT devices. Many of these devices are rushed to be put on the market, or their developers and manufacturers […]
Richard Jacobs didn’t start out as a Bitcoin industry insider–instead, he realized that during the stress and unhappiness of the 2016 election season, reading and learning about cryptocurrency and blockchain fascinated him, and ultimately made him happy. In order to learn more about the industry, he began Future Tech Podcast. Since his first interview with […]
Turning your ideas into something tangible–that’s the goal of the consultants at SetDev. Specializing in assisting companies in the cryptocurrency space, machine learning, Facebook’s React framework, and virtual reality fields, SetDev has helped many companies be able to offer tangible products, including an intelligent fashion feedback app, a blockchain application designed to keep elected officials […]
“At the end of the day, it’s about getting corruption out of our public ledgers, and those public ledgers are both voting and budgets… by putting the voting and these budgets on blockchains, we remove the corruption. And now that’s going to reflect the will of the people,” says Herb Stephens, explaining the ultimate aim […]
It’s brand new, but it’s already growing: the Redwood Digital Group Fund (RDG Fund) is a cryptocurrency fund that operates in several areas, including crypto lending, algorithmic trading and indexing. Any accredited investor interested in blockchain-based tokens can choose to invest in the RDG Fund, which has already attracted a wide variety of investors. We’re […]
There is a great disconnect between the way that we shop for items, and the way that we purchase items–most people will shop for items online, but 9/10 purchases are made in a physical store. Problems that customers can run into include different pricing between online and stores, special offers available in one place but […]
In order to capture the growing Chinese market for Bitcoin and other cryptocurrency, Bixin has created one of the first currency multiple-signature wallets and exchanges based in China. Users are able to purchase Bitcoin and Bitcoin cash with RMB, through either an Android or iOS app, or through their online platform. Bixin currently offers their […]
NYIAX, a forwards advertising contracts exchange, which was developed in conjunction with NASDAQ, combines the two main methods of purchasing advertising content–direct, old fashioned contracts between two parties and a real-time bidding environment. Like the more traditional way of buying and selling advertising space, the buyer and the advertiser come to an agreement on the […]
Most online marketplaces, such as Amazon, Etsy, and Ebay, are operated by large companies. Because of this, these platforms charge sellers fees to advertise their products, collect information about sellers and buyers, and censor the products available to shoppers–Amazon, for example, doesn’t sell Google Chromecast, a direct competitor to Amazon’s Firestick. Open Bazaar is a […]
Pinsent-Masons is a UK-based international law firm, specializing in 5 different sectors. Through the manufacturing/technology sector, they assist large corporations, banks, and even insurance companies in the legal aspects of adopting blockchain and distributed ledger technologies. Most large companies see these technologies as both threats and opportunities for innovation and collaboration. Because of the lack […]
Michael Pole runs two cryptocurrency investment groups: 1. New Money Mastermind, a paid group for investors with $10K in cryptocurrency and some knowledge of bitcoin and cryptocurrency in general 2. Crypto Curious People, a free group for individuals who are interested in learning more about cryptocurrency and investing, but don’t know where to start. Both […]
The healthcare industry is “Byzantinely complex,” says Corey Todaro, one of the founders of Hashed Health. The freedom to choose from a variety of different providers, says Todaro, “makes a true longitudinal view of a single patient almost an impossibility…it takes a tremendous amount of resources to identify you in different systems and to […]
Cambridge Global Payments is a foreign exchange and payments provider, focused on building cryptocurrency infrastructure with greater end-user transparency. Currently through swift payments, parties receive notification that the requested payment has been made. However, those same parties cannot see where that money has gone once it leaves the transaction originator. This poses problems when banks […]
Currently, most travel bookings are made through online travel aggregators such as Expedia or Priceline, which use technology that is decades old. These platforms charge large fees to sell hotels and flights to consumers, but may not always have up-to-date inventory listings, collect consumer data, and overall provide lower value to consumers. Winding Tree is […]
Coinigy offers it all: an enterprise-grade cryptocurrency trading platform, access to every exchange in the world through a single account, charting analysis and portfolio monitoring tools, and an unmatched source of financial and blockchain data with tens of billions of data points. But there’s a lot more on the horizon for Coinigy, including an […]
Everyone has the unalienable right to privacy and security. That’s the KoreCoin philosophy, and they are hard at work creating a range of projects with that goal in mind. Their cryptocurrency, KoreCoin, utilizes proof of burn technology, and consensus governance through proof of stake with masternodes. Their desktop wallet integrates TOR privacy features, including the […]
College students know the struggle of finding jobs after they graduate–how can you get a job, which requires experience, when you need the experience to get a job? BitJob hopes to change that by creating an Ethereum-based, smart contracts platform that connects employers with short-term, online work to undergraduate students who are looking for work […]
As a long time stock and equities trader on the Mercantile exchange, Steve Kanaval has seen commodities rise and fall, and several market bubbles and crashes. He believes that cryptocurrency is not a fad–there will be some growing pains, but cryptocurrency is a paradigm shift in the way that people interact with each other that […]
The idea for RightMesh began when its founders realized that their team in Bangladesh had to have all of their employees stop using the internet in order for them to Skype with their Canadian headquarters, due to bandwidth limitations. As most of what they were doing was sharing files back and forth, on devices that […]
Tatiana Moroz, singer/songwriter and creater of TatianaCoin, discusses how crypto-tokens can be used to provide support to artists and engagement with fans, and her business Crypto Media Hub. Tatiana Moroz, in conjunction with Token FM, is the creator of the first artist’s crypto-token, called TatianaCoin. This crypto-token allows fans to not only purchase merchandise, but […]
Recent changes in cryptocurrency regulations in the US have been mainly in regards to 4 different aspects–cryptocurrencies as actual currency, securities, commodities, and taxation–based on the coins’ different attributes. The SEC has recently stated that if tokens represent equity in a company, they are securities, and need to follow all laws regarding marketing and sales. […]
“These banks are losing their profits … it’s not like it used to be… So they’re looking at other products and services, and that’s where we come in. That’s why the industry is looking at providing these services… the demand is there,” says William Santiago, offering his unique insight on the burgeoning trend of some […]
Recently, the ways that governments are regulating ICOs and cryptocurrency tokens have been popular in the news, from being regulated as securities by the FTC in the US, to banning them completely in China. As Manie Eagar explains, governments will always seek compliance and impose regulatory regimes on companies, in order to protect consumers and prevent fraud. His […]
Crypto Insider got its start when its three co-founders became tired of other news outlets reporting on cryptocurrency and blockcahin news. Many pieces were speculative in nature, or were essentially paid advertising for companies. Their desire to provide actual news led them to use some of their money to create a news outlet that focuses […]
Previously, lack of blockchain privacy meant that transactions were not as anonymous as users would wish, and a small number of participants meant that coin shufflers were not very effective. Forking from the Zcash network and making use of their ZK-SNARKS privacy technology allows Komodo to provide anonymous transactions. Combined with their jumbler, which sends […]
Parker McCurley and business partner Adam Gall began creating active communities, with the goal of connecting people who were interested in and wanted to learn more about cryptocurrency and blockchain technologies. In the space of a few short months, they have managed to work with local businesses to create and sponsor regular meet-ups of interested […]
Currently, quantum computing is not yet at the stage that would allow for a real impact on cryptocurrencies or blockchains. It is possible that this could change within the next 3-5 years, as quantum computing breakthroughs create machines with greater processing capabilities. There are some quantum-proof algorithms, but they are not widely in use, as […]
For the first time ever, smart phone technology has been merged with blockchain technology, allowing anyone to enjoy an unrivaled, military-grade level of privacy and security on their cell phone- the BitVault. By verifying its user by a combination of three identifiers- an iris scan, a fingerprint scan, and an NFC card with a unique […]
Trust underpins commerce. We’ve all bought an item off Craigslist, or a related site, and wondered how we were going to meet the seller, and whether it was safe to bring cash. IQID promises to change all that. IQID creates a digital business card, by linking to your social media and PayPal accounts, and creates […]
The way you interact with your electronic devices is different from the way others interact with their devices. With the help of artificial intelligence, biometric analytics, and behavioral intelligence, Zighra can learn how specific people interact with their devices, and create implicit, invisible, and continuous authentication while those devices are in use. This can be […]
Each year, AngelHack organizes over 100 hackathons spanning 94 cities and 44 countries. While each AngelHack event features a different project depending on the innovation needs of the company for which it’s organized, there is at least one constant: the promise of a lively, well-catered and diverse environment that’s conducive to team-building and the […]
Blockchain has the power to disrupt many established businesses and industries, and Blockchange Ventures is always looking to invest in companies that have the ability to make a dent in the universe. Because blockchain technology can replace anything that requires an intermediary, industries such as credit cards, insurance, IDs, automobiles, and even housing are all vulnerable. However, other […]
Decred is a cryptocurrency that is dedicated to a more transparent form of governance. The goal is to balance the wishes of users and miners through a hybrid consensus system, allowing users more influence than they have with other cryptocurrencies. Users can submit voting proposals, which are written directly into the currency’s blockchain, and those […]
Blockchains can only reach their full potential when they are able to interact with each other autonomously.That’s the driving idea behind Nuco. In order to achieve this, they are developing a blockchain that acts similarly to a router, called Aion. Through a system of nodes and bridges built on staking functions, Aion can signal one […]
Richard Jacobs, founder of Future Tech Podcast, talks about the lessons he’s learned from creating 300 podcasts over the last 10 months, and how they can impact your business growth. If you’ve ever thought about starting your own podcast, either to help develop your business or for personal interest, here are some helpful tips and […]
For start-ups, moving from ideas to implementation can be only one of the hard parts. Hackers/Founders exists to help start-ups make their goals a reality–or, as they put it, to make Founders’ lives suck less. Their Founder’s Cooperative offers concierge services to start-ups, and members not only help each other, but elect one another into […]
Currently, 35-40% of medical data is unencrypted, and communication in the healthcare field is incredibly slow. PokitDok aims to fix that, by creating a healthcare API platform on the Ethereum blockchain that can securely and swiftly store and transmit medical information throughout the healthcare system. Their technology is used by over 600 insurance companies, 1000 […]
GateCoin is a cryptocurrency and blockchain token exchange based in Hong Kong that is designed for both individuals and institutional investors. They also advise groups wanting to create their own tokens, and help raise funds for token sales. Customers wishing to trade on the exchange can fund their accounts through fiat bank transfers in US […]
Founder and Director of Agentic Group, Rik Willard, sheds some light on what he’ll be discussing at the upcoming Bitcoin, Ethereum and Blockchain SuperConference slated for this coming February: the impact of regulation on the future of ICOs. “There’s a good chance SEC will come down on everything and everyone. If it looks and acts […]
Founder/CEO, Elyse Petersen, of Tealet, runs a cutting edge, online tea company, whose success is derived from a passion for tea, crypto technology and overall global wellness. Elyse shares her experiences of the trials, tribulations and eventual triumphs of doing business across borders. Part of her goal in making Tealet a success was to find […]
Paying people can be expensive and complex–not just in terms of actual wages, but in man-hours needed to process transactions, and even in regulatory oversight. If you are paying people around the globe, switching between currencies can also become an issue. Hyperwallet offers an efficient, globally scaled and flexible payment alternative for corporations, by offering […]
Hudson Jameson, co-founder and COO of Oaken Innovations, discusses the need for a layer of blockchain security for IoT devices, how it works, and the surprising ways it can be used. When IoT devices were first being designed, security wasn’t their biggest concern. Because of this, it is possible for unauthorized individuals to break into […]
Search engines have a lot of power in the online world, a function of determining which information and web pages show up in a search. Much of this is done without oversight, as these search engines don’t always explain their page ranking systems, can subtly manipulate your search terms, and may even set aside space […]
Genesis Trading, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Digital Currency Group, is a digital currency broker focusing on institutional markets and over-the-counter trades, completed through a secure and supported process. This means that you agree to transactions and trade directly with Genesis. It also means that the minimum transaction amount is ,000, as they work solely with […]
September 5, 2017
ICO Crackdown is HERE
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Literally every single day in crypto news, a different country is cracking down on ICOs. China just banned ICOs altogether; Russia blocked all but accredited investors from buying tokens! the United States and the SEC (securities and exchange commission) are issuing guidance, shutting down ICOs, and starting to crack down on unregistered securities. John Gotts, […]
It started as a single technology club on the campus of McGill University in Montreal, QC. “I recognized that the college cryptocurrency existed, and I wanted to get Montreal involved,” says Michael Gord. But before long, Michael Gord also recognized that the idea behind what would become the Blockchain Education Network (BEN) had the potential-and […]
“Fraud causes global governments several trillions of dollars of loss annually from a GDP perspective, so it’s a big problem for global economic growth,” says Sunil Madhu, Founder and CEO of Socure. According to Madhu, a big part of the problem stems from the current bureau-based identity verification process that many businesses use for establishing […]
August 31, 2017
SEC’s Coming Crackdown
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John Gotts of Stokens.com and Michael Taggart of Bitshares offer a revealing, shocking, and downright scary analysis of the current climate of SEC regulation and the coming crackdown on ICOs (initial coin offerings). The Howie Test, created in the 1940s, shows that many ICOs and blockchain based companies may be headed for a problem with […]
Jay Berg’s speech will hit on several different topics, including his new initiative, Private Key Capital Management. This initiative was begun as a way to provide institutional investors in cryptocurrency a secure way to store their crypto, without allowing anyone, either internally or externally, access to take it. Growing this initiative would help persuade more […]
There are several ways of acquiring cryptocurrency. One way is to buy it, though with recent price fluctuations, this may be difficult for some. The other way to mine it. Though this is less expensive option for acquiring crypto, many people don’t have room for the hot, noisy equipment that it takes. The solution? Giga-watt. […]
Crypto token exchanges are still centralized markets – decentralization has not yet come to exchanges. Each user must send their tokens to an exchange, and then withdraw their new crypto back into their own wallets. This creates a vulnerable point for outsiders to attack, and users have to rely on this centralized authority to allow […]
Currently, in order to distribute your original digital content, creators have to give large amounts of their profits to the website that hosts them–YouTube alone takes 45% of the revenue from digital content. The solution? A YouTube without Google. LBRY is a decentralized, open-source protocol that facilitates the discovery, distribution, and purchase of digital content, […]
In May 2016, then-Governor of Delaware Jack Markell proposed the Delaware Blockchain Initiative, in order to make Delaware a more welcoming place for blockchain businesses of all types. This legislation, which amends Delaware’s general corporation law, has just been signed into law by Governor John Carney, Jr. It provides for a descriptive approach to blockchain […]
With so many other tokens in the cryptocurrency space, why is there such a buzz surrounding the recent Bitcoin Cash hard fork? A high-energy climate seemed to immediately surround it, but why? David Johnston from Factom believes it has to do with the existence of three distinct communities: “First, there are those that absolutely are […]
For ten years, Ben Joakim worked in the international development sector. During that time, he saw recurring international transactional inefficiencies accompanied by unnecessary banking fees, and complications arising from poor exchange rates and currency fluctuation. It seemed that international transactions were unavoidably subject to long transactional chains with no transparency. But in a developmental humanitarian […]
Conor Liston, Asst Professor at Cornell and head of the Liston Laboratory, discusses how targeted treatments for mental illnesses are possible, why they are necessary, and the future of these treatments. Currently, mental illnesses are diagnosed through the use of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, or DSM. Unfortunately, many diagnoses rely on […]
Jessica VerSteeg, CEO of Paragon and ParagonCoin, discusses how blockchain and crypto-currency can positively impact the legal cannabis industry. It is said that necessity is the mother of invention. For Jessica VerSteeg, necessity first came in relation to AuBox, her monthly cannabis subscription box available in San Francisco. She needed a way to provide efficiency, […]
“Really, our tagline is connected industry growth partners,” says Ed Maguire. Maguire is principal partner at Momenta Partners, a VC firm focused on cultivating connected industry: the industrial Internet of Things market. Like any VC firm, Momenta identifies promising companies and invests in their growth—in Momenta’s case, from C to A level funding. More than […]
“The strategy of NextBlock is to give our investors exposure to this ecosystem that we believe is the next version of the internet,” says Charles Morris, speaking as the Chief Investment Officer and Co-founder of NextBlock Global. The ecosystem that Morris refers to is that of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technologies, and the next version of […]
For his whole career, George Howard has been working to improve the music industry. “I’ve been put on this planet to help artists create sustainable careers on their own terms,” says Howard. “That’s what I get out of bed every day to do.” Along the way, he’s gotten several degrees and founded several companies. It’s […]
August 24, 2017
Brave New Coin
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Brave New Coin is a market data and research company. This multi-divisional company works in many different capacities. The market data division taps into every exchange in the planet. For cryptocurrencies, there are over 150 different exchanges. They supply many different crypto and non-crypto funds. Learn more about Brave New Coin by hitting play. Be […]
Can blockchain technology serve as the final defense against the blood diamond trade? Will it transform the way artists disseminate and profit from their work? Might it serve as an equivalent- if not superior- replacement for the traditional banking system? For most people, blockchain technology is defined by its inextricable link to cryptocurrency exchange. While […]
Nathan Wilcox, CTO of Zcash, discusses the guiding principle behind Zcash, the pros and cons of using it, and its similarity to Bitcoin. All coins are created equal—that’s the motto of Zcash. With Bitcoin, the sender, recipient, and transaction amount are visible in the blockchain, meaning that with enough time and data, the history of […]
Ian Worrall, founder of Mybit.io, discusses the need to begin purchasing automated machinery, how it works to create a profit for investors, and the future of this platform. As autonomous machines become more capable of doing work that is currently produced by humans, job displacement around the world will grow. At the same time, these […]
Riccardo Spagni, Lead Maintainer of Monero, discusses their unique approach to blockchain privacy, in depth. Many cryptocurrencies are centralized, and some disregard blockchain privacy entirely, in order to attract users. Monero aims to be completely decentralized and open-source, and yet still places a high priority on privacy. They accomplish this by focusing on four different […]
Andreas Antonopoulos, tech guru, author, and speaker behind the “Lets Talk Bitcoin” podcast discusses how he became interested in Bitcoin, why it’s important, and what we might see in the future. In 2011, Andreas Antonopoulos was between freelance jobs when he read Satoshi’s bitcoin white paper. Seeing its potential, and having taught the public about […]
Have you ever had an idea pop into your head and wondered if it’s already been discovered? You assume it probably has been, but how can you really know? And if it were patentable, would you even know where to begin? John Wise, CEO of Loci Coin, proposes an alternative avenue for people to stake […]
Digital currency has the potential to be instant and global, but to what extent will the realization of this potential be stymied by regulation? How can this type of innovation maintain both momentum and regulatory compliance? Among other things, Amber Scott, Chief AML Ninja at Outlier Solutions, and Joseph Ciccolo, Head of BitAML, will be […]
When Evan Van Ness started his weekly Ethereum-centered newsletter, he was having a lot of the same conversations over and over again. He was talking about the same updates and news items with different people, and reiterating the same commentary on the current state of the art in crypto. With his newsletter, he hoped to […]
August 15, 2017
Bitcoin’s Prehistory
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BTCS was there at the beginning of the Blockchain space—before the Blockchain space was even a space. “We’re actually the first public company focused on Bitcoin and Blockchain technologies. We’ve been around since 2013,” says BTCS CEO Charles Allen. Since then, it’s been an interesting journey. Over the years, BTCS has changed, grown, evolved. BTCS […]
August 10, 2017
The Voice of Crypto
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Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin are starting to matter more and more—to more and more people. Big, sweeping decisions made in Washington D. C. are starting to impact people holding or investing in crypto. And as such, this growing contingent needs representation in the nation’s capital. Not only that, but existing legislation is affected by new forms […]
When a group of high-powered developers from around the world came together to start a project that would become known as the NEM Foundation, they weren’t compelled by the intention of targeting particular markets or rising quickly to notoriety. Instead, they were compelled by their own interest, and by the potential to benefit people. “We’re […]
In 2015, a group of researchers at MIT released a paper that discussed decentralized data marketplaces- an idea that would soon form the roots and vision of Enigma. One of those researchers was Can Kisagun, who is now a Co-founder at Enigma. “We really want to rethink how data is shared, aggregated and monetized in […]
Valentin Schmidt, Business and Finance Editor of Epoch Times, discusses what sets them apart from traditional mainstream media. Epoch Times was created in 2000 by a group of Chinese-American dissidents and Falun Gong practitioners, who strongly objected to Communist Party propaganda being repeated around the world as independent news. Their parent company, Epoch Media Group, […]
Ulrike Mueller, CTO of NewStore, talks about the benefits of integrating online e-commerce, inventory, and Point of Sale systems into a seamless mobile retail experience for consumers. You’ve been browsing the mobile app of your favorite retail store. When you walk into a brick-and-mortar location, a sales associate is alerted to assist you. Based on […]
What the browser was to the Internet, Jaxx is intended to be for Blockchain. COO of Jaxx, Charlie Shrem, explains. “Instead of using four or five different apps on your iPhone or android you’ll just need to use Jaxx; it’ll be everything.” Jaxx supports multiple coins and tokens, making it the single place where you […]
“Outlier ventures was Europe’s first Blockchain venture-builder,” explains Lawrence Lundy. Specifically, they focused on early stage ventures: spotting opportunities and nurturing growth from the very beginning. That was four years ago. Now Outlier has grown to invest in a broader market: Artificial Intelligence, 3D Printing, and Internet of Things. “What we think is really interesting […]
Yaniv Feldman, Co-Founder and Chief Editor of GeekTIme Media, discusses why it’s important to look beyond the US for start-up and tech news. When you read articles about the latest start-up or technology company, chances are it’s located in Silicon Valley or New York City–70% of venture capital goes to Silicon Valley alone. But despite […]
The idea of buying or selling a home can be daunting, and the process itself can be a significant expenditure of time and money. But more and more people are learning that there’s absolutely no reason it has to be this way. “We do everything an agent would do, but we do it with data; […]
Millions of people from all around the world are interacting with video games in a whole new way: through a bookmaker for eSports called Unikrn. “When people ask what Unikrn does, I tell them we are a bookmaker for eSports, but ultimately we are eSports,” says Rahul Sood, CEO of Unikrn. Unikrn collects statistics and […]
Gary Zimmerman, CEO and Founder of Max My Interest, sits down to explain the online service that helps investors automatically maximize the interest they earn on cash. Born out of the financial crisis in trying to keep his own cash safe, Zimmerman developed the software platform that allocates individuals’ cash among their own bank accounts […]
Thousands of local extension agents equipped with Pico Projectors head into Indian villages and communities with an important objective: improve the lives of smallholder farmers by providing them with the necessary tools to achieve increased agricultural productivity and overall success. It’s basic, human-facilitated digital technology, but it’s already reached more than 1.4 million smallholder farmers, […]
More effective prevention and management of common diseases, better overall health care at lower costs, fewer visits to doctor’s offices, and earlier discharges from hospitals: how can we make this a reality? Matthew Holt, co-chairman of the Health 2.0 Conference, believes that the answer lies in the application of new emerging technologies to the field […]
“That’s the real sweet spot of what Dan has done…he invented the real-time blockchain, and that means transactions happen as fast as you can spin a slot machine,” says Stan Larimer, referencing his son, Dan Larimer. As CEO of Cryptonomex, Stan Larimer sustains the technology that his son creates. And it’s true: instead of taking […]
Steven Sprague, CEO of Rivetz, discusses how his company leverages the hardware security already in your electronic device’s microchips to create a secure environment that is isolated from its operating system. Currently, microchips in Android devices have the ability to store and process code directly in processor security, independent of your device’s operating system. More […]
Just over three years ago, Chris Kline had only a basic understanding of cryptocurrency. Fast forward to the present day, and he wears the title of COO of Bitcoin IRA, a company that provides the unprecedented ability for anyone to hold cryptocurrencies in a retirement account, whether it’s a traditional, Roth, SEP or SIMPLE IRA. […]
To put it briefly, Bitcrust is a full-node implementation of Bitcoin. (Eventually, intended to become a full software suite for Bitcoin.) But what does that mean exactly? Tomas Van der Wansem explains: “It basically means that we’re building software akin to the normal reference software for Bitcoin, which is called Bitcoin Core. So instead of […]
Matt Liston, CSO at Gnosis, explains Gnosis in brief: “Gnosis is a modular, decentralized prediction market platform built on Ethereum.” What that means is that there’s a base set of smart contracts both for market creation settlements, and oracles that can plug into those markets. The base protocol is meant to support and enable prediction […]
“Shapeshift is a way to change any digital asset into any other, without accounts,” explains Erik Voorhees. “It’s an easy way to convert.” I’ve personally used Shapeshift myself, and that’s been my experience, too. Let’s say you have Bitcoin, and you want to trade it for Dash. You send the Bitcoin to Shapeshift, and you […]
Imagine sitting down at your desk, putting on your VR headset, and pulling up an application that transports you to a different world- one where you can interact with people from across the globe as if they were standing right beside you. Sit down for a board game with your grandmother from overseas, or wander […]
As both the size and number of Blockchains grow, so too does the demand for access to their information. CEO and lead developer at Blockchair. com, Nikita Zhavoronkov, refers to his newly launched search and analytics engine as a sort of “Google for Blockchains.” Blockchair allows its users to search for transactions in the Bitcoin […]
When you’re dealing with huge amounts of data, it’s a lot more efficient to have an index to find what you’re looking for. Essentially, that’s how Factom works. David Johnston explains. “At a high level, what Factom does is provide a data layer on top of the Blockchain… when I say a data layer, I […]
Fundamentally, the application of Blockchain technology to big financial institutions is pretty simple. These institutions duplicate information and reconcile with another. “If there are market structures where parties can actually share the same information…” says Caitlin Long “… they no longer have to duplicate it, and reconcile it.” There’s a tremendous amount of work be […]
Bitcoin mining has become more difficult over the years. Back in the day, you could just set up your own laptop and be minting new Bitcoins with that computer alone. But it’s still feasible today—just as long as you have a cheap source of electricity. “There’s a science behind mining,” says Alejandro De La Torre. […]
When James Gonzalez first heard about BitCoin in 2011, he dismissed it. It didn’t seem relevant. As a real estate investor, he was interested in more traditional forms of capital. Then he heard about it again. And again. BitCoin kept coming up, and Gonzalez finally began to take it seriously. By 2013, he’d started making […]
July 14, 2017
A Backend Innovation
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If you look at the way many banks and asset manager backends function, internally, there are many different departments. And each department has its own copy of a contract it needs to execute on. They each have their own copy because even internally, departments don’t trust one another to execute the contract according to their […]
It seems like an impossible trade-off: how do you make a marketplace that people can go to—coordinate on—and yet that is decentralized? Here to answer that question are Don Mosites and Michael Oved of Swap Protocol. There are three primary components of their protocol. There’s the discovery of tokens—being able to find the tokens you […]
Why and how do mice age differently from elephants? Why do humans age differently from both? What is the limit of human longevity and can it be increased? If so, how? To renowned biogerontology professor and scientist Judith Campisi of the Buck Institute for Research on Aging, finding answers to these questions drives her. Each […]
When the rate of trade on a financial exchange increases 25-fold, and technology in its current form cannot handle the pace, cracks in the foundation are to be expected. It’s seems to be pure chaos in crypto, as this is what has just happened: in January 2017, 0M a day was being traded; by July […]
“If you look back through history, Richard, people in power have always used their power to grow their power, and to safeguard their power. ” This is Rick Falkvinge, founder of the Swedish Pirate Party. The Pirate Party, first established in Sweden, has now grown to 70 countries, and continues to grow what Falkvinge calls […]
July 11, 2017
Digital Cash
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As with many people, Robert Wiecko first started getting interested in Bitcoin in 2013. Since then, he’s come to think of cryptocurrency as the greatest innovation of the 21st century. Now, Wiecko is a project manager for Dash, an up and coming cryptocurrency. Starting with core wallet development, Wiecko is heading up a lot of […]
July 11, 2017
How and Why We Age
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Since the 80’s, Jan Vijg has been fascinated with the process of aging. This, having heard a fascinating talk on the subject back when he was a student at the University of Leiden. The speaker, then, “actually mentioned the possibility that we age because damage is accumulating in our DNA—the DNA of our cells and […]
Right now in the cryptocurrency space, there are a lot of different exchanges out there. And they all have different prices. Let’s say you’re doing a larger order, and you get a higher price on one of the exchanges: bummer. To save registering on multiple exchanges and comparing rates, now, you can go through a […]
SciFest Dubai may be exactly what it sounds like: a festival celebrating science in Dubai. But there’s more to it than that; there’s a whole rationale and methodology to think about. SciFest Dubai aims to celebrate science through the arts, in order to improve scientific literacy. “If you look around you, there’s a lot of […]
“The banking system, while people don’t like to necessarily say this,” says Rik Willard, “is a rigged game, in many cases. If you have money: great. If you don’t have money, it’s the worst possible scenario.” Willard is the founder and managing director of Agentic Group. Agentic is a sustainability platform for the BlockChain ecosystem—a […]
In today’s world, all the data from medical imaging is handled at a local level—the hospital level. For physicians, and especially radiologists, this is a constrained environment. There aren’t enough resources at the local level to get everything done. Much has to be done manually, and is (maybe therefore) less accurate. These constraints were identified […]
Most large institutions don’t want to use about BitCoin. They don’t even want to talk about it. As an emergent and in some cases untested technology, BitCoin is mostly used for select applications, and is not broadly accepted. So what makes Fidelity different—Fidelity, the company that tested BitCoin both in-house in their cafeterias, and for […]
The word “Blockchain” gets thrown around a lot these days. Used so often—and in so many different contexts—it’s hard to exactly define what it actually means. In short, it’s a buzzword. As Tim Swanson of the R3 Consortium attests, the word doesn’t mean a whole lot beyond “something magical”: the magical super-technology that fits into […]
As of this writing, there’s not really much incentive to run a full node as an individual. As just one person, it’s not worth the cost. And the cost is high. Nate Basanese estimates it at “too much.” Along with partner Michael Folkson, Nate is one of two winners of a recent BCoin Hackathon. Folkson […]
July 4, 2017
The Next 30 Years
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In Kevin Kelly’s book, The Inevitable, the futurist tries to nail down what the next 30 years will look like. For him, this is the short-term. By extrapolating from our technology today, he can pretty safely say what our near future will be like, without having to theorize about tech centuries in advance. This is […]
Early land plants didn’t have leaves. At a certain point, they evolved. In fact, the anatomy found in C4 leaves evolved 60 times, and leaves themselves evolved at least twice but probably no more than 6 times, essentially independently from one another. Now, this is a complex genetic change we’re talking about. How did this […]
If you have lofty visions of banking millions off cryptocurrency, Decentral CEO Anthony Di Iorio and COO Charlie Shrem have words to contemplate as they discuss what Di Iorio calls a “shifting from the information age to a much more powerful age of value”. As cryptocurrency and blockchain continue their unstoppable climb to mainstream relevancy, […]
Salt, in this context, is an acronym for “Secured Automated Lending Technology.” And that’s what Salt has to do with: blockchain-backed loans. “Basically at a high level, a blockchain-backed loan is a secured asset-backed loan, where the collateral is BitCoin or Etherium,” explains Shawn Owens. What Salt is really doing here is creating a credit […]
Shooting satellite photography is suboptimal at night. It’s also hard to get a good picture through a cloud. But it’s night on 50% of the globe at any given time. What’s more, another 50% of earth is covered in clouds. (That means there are parts of the planet that are both dark and clouded.) All […]
Like the tablet and sliding door, the tricorder is a technology inspired by Star Trek that exists today as a reality. In the show, the tricorder was a handheld device used by the doctors to find out and diagnose the condition of patients. You could scan someone, and get everything you needed to know. This […]
There are about 150 million research papers in the world. Just consider that briefly: 150 million. There are 3,000 papers in science, technology, and medicine being published every single day. Our knowledge of ourselves and the world is growing at an exponential rate. So how are we going to keep track of all this information? […]
“We’re compliance nerds,” says guest Amber Scott. What this means, in essence, is that Amber—and her co-workers at Outlier Canada—help people follow the law. When dealing with a lot of money, there’s a lot of risk. Someone needs to be there to help make sure all the money’s being used safely, correctly, legally. This means […]
Recently I spoke with Alex Mathews, a senior web application developer at Belouga, a free, web-based educational platform connecting classrooms all around the world. This cutting-edge company has quickly been expanding, now offering over 900 classes in 60+ countries since their launch in September 2016. Incorporating easy to use technology, Belouga is the perfect enhancement […]
Denis Noble CBE FRS FRCP FMedSci has a veritable alphabet soup after his name. It’s kind of hard to pronounce, and it always becomes a point of conversation for him. But you don’t get that many letters after your name for nothing. Noble is a longtime public intellectual, having been the first to mathematically describe […]
“We’re either going to go into space or we’re going to go extinct here on Earth,” says explorer and planetary geologist J.R. Skok. That’s why Skok has committed his life to the study of Mars. He feels it’s humanity’s first step in living off-Earth. To Skok, Mars is perfect—even better than the moon—because it’s far […]
Bluzelle CEO Pavel Bains likes to make the complicated seem uncomplicated, as when he describes blockchain as simply an “authentication and verification of data between parties that inherently might not trust each other.” But he might be on to something. These days, threats like money laundering and terrorism have banks and regulatory agencies nervous. Identity […]
When your house loses power, it’s irritating, even problematic. But what if the power outage is scaled up—across the region, state, or even nation? That’s what keeps Colin Gounden awake at night. Gounden is CEO of Via Science, a company that develops software solutions that help identify risks to a given area’s critical infrastructure. AI […]
What if touchscreen technology could be applied to whole environments? Could you have a multi-touch sensitive house, with all the walls receiving input from the user? These are the kinds of questions posed by Chris Harrison, professor at CMU. Harrison is a computer scientist by training, and the focus of his research is human-computer interaction. […]
Like dollar bills, securities are a tradeable financial asset. And like dollar bills, ultimately, when it comes right down to it, securities are just words on paper. The founders of Equibit realized what had been done for the dollar could be done for securities. They realized that there was a better, safer, faster Blockchain application. […]
Historically, customer service (CS) is an impersonal experience. You get assigned a ticket, and a case number, and you receive emails from a no-reply address. Often, it doesn’t feel like you’re talking to a real human being. From the company’s side, all that systematic organization makes sense: CS is dealing with a lot of people. […]
Your data is a fundamental right, according to Dimitri Sirota, CEO of BigID, and everyone “has a legal right to their data. ” “Companies that…collect and process [the] data don’t own it.” With that shot fired, Sirota describes how the EU is taking the global lead on this with legislation (the General Data Protection Regulation, […]
“It’d be a good thing to get people off Earth,” and with that, this Future Tech podcast, Exploring Deep Space, really begins as we visit with Daniel Faber, former CEO of Deep Space Industries (DSI). Although no longer with DSI, Faber is continuing to honor his calling and pursue his goal: planning and being prepared […]
June 19, 2017
Saving the World
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Listen to Nicholas Haan talk about Singularity University’s flagship program, Global Solutions, a 10-week session where 80 innovators from around the world learn new technologies and apply them to solve worldwide challenges. Here’s a sampling of what you’ll discover: The start-ups and innovations that have originated from Singularity University’s Global Solutions Program and how they […]
June 19, 2017
Robot Named Tarzan
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Jonathan Rogers is a professor at Georgia Tech who’s focused on designing and prototyping new robots for use in nontraditional environments. In his newest project, the nontraditional environment is a farm and the robot’s name is Tarzan. If you think a farm and a swinging robot are an odd combination, tune in to hear Jonathan […]
Do you have trouble falling asleep at night because your mind won’t shut off? Do your thoughts constantly wander? Do your body and mind show signs of stress overload? If you answered yes to any of those questions, then listen in as Mikey Siegel gives insights on the technologies that can help you learn to […]
“Bitcoin is not a hobby anymore. It’s a Billion industry, and it’s going to be a 0 Billion industry in the next 10 years. ” That’s just one exciting statistic David Bailey shares as he discusses upcoming changes to the Let’s Talk Bitcoin Network. Tune in as he gives an insider’s view of the lucrative […]
If you’ve been thinking about getting into cryptocurrency or are new to it, this podcast is for you. Chris Kitze, CEO of FlashCoin, a private blockchain platform for both application development and incentive based consumer marketing. Kitze describes that, despite the importance of Bitcoin to the marketplace, it has flaws that have allowed competitors such […]
June 15, 2017
A.I. Coin
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For ages, I’ve been saying there’s a moat, or a chasm, between cryptocurrency and fiat currency. There are just some things you can’t do with crypto yet. Now, though, that’s beginning to change. Now, with A.I. Coin, you can invest with crypto. Gavin Smith of A.I. Coin explains: “We allow people to trade stocks, trade […]
June 15, 2017
Anti-Aging
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Senescent cells play a uniquely dual role in the body: in the younger stages of life, they are crucial in helping heal wounds, yet later in life, they contribute to certain aspects of aging. The powerful influence senescence cells have on the body is what drives Peter de Keizer, an anti-aging researcher at Erasmus University […]
June 14, 2017
Understand Blockchain
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The world of Blockchain is a very complex space. And it’s a space that’s easy to get lost in. Blockchain is quickly evolving from the mere backbone of bitcoin that it once was. It’s now being used to issue stock via the internet, monitor goods throughout the supply chain, and connect devices within the Internet […]
The rise of the cryptocurrency sector and Bitcoin especially, is one of the most exciting advances of the last seven years. What lies behind these incredible developments and what changes might we see in the coming years? In this episode, Piotr provides insights in the origins of Bitcoin and learn what makes it such an […]
Just like you can go to the gym to train your body, you can also learn exercises to train your brain. These brain workouts are clinically proven to improve memory and intelligence, but they can also increase your brain’s processing speed. The latter could save your life. In fact, a study from the National Institute […]
June 13, 2017
The Childcare App
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From unexpected school closures to battling sickness yourself, there are times when you need last minute help caring for your children—and it’s not always easy to find! Since you aren’t going to entrust your home and children to just anyone, what do you do when you need a highly qualified babysitter on short notice? Anand […]
Jason has over fifteen years of financial as well as technical experience. He has spent seven years managing different software technologies at BlackBerry. Being involved in Bitcoin since 2012, his focus is on spurring adoption across Canada while assisting blockchain start-ups on an international level. His belief in free and honest money, passion for financial […]
As the Blockchain space has grown, it’s started to be noticed by national governments. There’s more money at stake than ever before. More people involved. Is the Blockchain a state-level concern? More specifically, Should cryptocurrencies like BitCoin be regulated? For some yes; for others, no; and from this, the debates begin. For the Canadian government, […]
A lot of the technologies that we use today were first imagined in Star Trek: cell phones, flash drives, tablets, sliding doors, voice-command for computers. It may seem odd now that these technologies are so ubiquitous, but in fact they once existed only in science fiction. What’s next? Warp drives? Transporters? Ethan Siegel thinks yes. […]
June 10, 2017
Sequencing DNA in Food
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The Human Genome Project took 13 years and cost 3 billion dollars. That was for just one human genome. Now the cost of DNA-sequencing has fallen dramatically. You can do human genetic testing for under a thousand dollars a genome today. And now next-gen DNA-sequencing technology has become economical enough to apply in different contexts. […]
300 events. 40,000 audience members. 500,000 social media followers. This is SciFest Dubai, co-founded by social entrepreneur and science journalist Raya Bidshahdri. “The goal is to really bring culture back to science; to make it fun and exciting through the arts,” says Bidshahdri. The festival is a massive undertaking in itself, but it symptomizes a […]
June 9, 2017
Hacking Healthcare
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As a teenager, Robin Farmanfarmaian was mis-diagnosed with an auto-immune disease. All told, she ended up having forty-three hospitalizations, six surgeries, and three organs removed. For a mis-diagnosis. Seriously. Having gone through this, Farmanfarmaian decided to take her healthcare into her own hands. She fired her entire medical team, and took herself off the high-dose […]
How do you feed 7 billion people? How do you grow that much food? That’s the question that confronts plant biologists. Over the past sixty years, our understanding of genetics has allowed us to increase yield of crops hugely. This, by taking an edible plant, and increasing the relative biomass of the part you can […]
Imagine this: you’re out with friends, and you’re contemplating another glass of wine despite the fact that you feel a bug coming on. Normally, you’d make a spontaneous decision based on how you think you feel both now and tomorrow. But what if you could be sure of it? In this Future Tech podcast, Genome […]
Fundamentally, the role of the BlockChain’s open ledger is to provide transparency. “Because of the nature of the BlockChain, you can look at all those transaction,” says guest Donnie Gebert. For Gebert, though, there’s more than one application of that transparency. Beyond cryptocurrency, what would the BlockChain look like if applied to policy-making? Imagine this… […]
People love plastic. Despite the advantages of digital currency, people still love their credit cards; secure and familiar in the old paradigm, the shift to digital currencies has been slow. And yet, it is inevitable that things will change. Manie Eagar sees this change happening soon. “There’s a great convergence taking place,” he says. “Very […]
Statistics show that crime, especially violent crime, is hyper concentrated within certain times, places and people. Just look at these stats: 90-95 % of homicides take place in less than 2% of the street addresses in any area. Half of all crimes occur within the same 10 hours of every week. 5% or less of […]
To paraphrase the sci-fi writer William Gibson, “The future is already here. It’s just unevenly distributed.” The fact is, the technology for self-driving cars exists today. So why doesn’t everyone have one? “Cost,” says Justyna Zander. For the past 12 years, Zander has been working on self-driving cars in various capacities, at various companies. As […]
June 7, 2017
Wearable Computers
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RealWear, as the name might suggest, is a wearables company. “Wearable whats?” you may be wondering. Well, wearable computers. Their flagship product is a wearable Android tablet—essentially a mobile computer you wear on your head. “Won’t that look weird?” I wonder aloud. RealWear CEO Andy Lowery explains. “First start with Google Glass.” Viz. Google Glass, […]
What if was possible to turn your body’s cells into mini computers and then program them to kill cancer? According to synthetic biologist, Wilson Wong, it’s not only a very real possibility, but it could be the future of immunotherapy. Here’s a few things you’ll hear about in this episode: The technique doctors are now […]
As you may already know, Bitcoin requires an ever increasing amount of proof of work, as more and more computers are working on the problem of securing the BitCoin BlockChain. Extremely-difficult-to-compute hashes take up a huge amount of computing power in the BitCoin ledger, making them some of the most secure data structures in the […]
Let’s start with the most salacious bit of news. Legend has it that Timothy Draper once won 33,000 Bitcoins in one fell swoop. This, from the auction of the Silk Road proceeds. Draper looked at that, and realized that Bitcoin had an extraordinary future; that Bitcoin could be an easy-to-use, trusted third party untied to […]
Imagine you’re sitting at a perfectly organized desk. All your important papers are arranged in front of you in the order that you need them. When you want reference material you simply remove a book from your alphabetically systemized bookcase. Nothing is out of place. Your work flows smoothly as you transition from one task […]
In today’s world, cybersecurity’s at the top of everyone’s mind. But the DarkWeb seems beneath everyone’s attention. Why should most companies care about the DarkWeb when they’re doing business normally and legitimately, “above-ground,” so to speak? “Why do they care?” asks host Richard Jaobs. Barry Spielman of Sixgill answers. “To a very large degree, our […]
June 5, 2017
Bonds in BlockChain
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On the day of the interview, Patrick Dugan had been having a good day. He’d been coding, and had gotten up some momentum. Everything was clicking. It was one of those days. But Dugan is much more than just a coder. Last year, serving on the board of Omni Foundation, he managed to enable product […]
Radia Perlman has been designing network and routing protocols for a long time. In the early days, they were pretty fragile. It’s been Perlman’s work that’s made these protocols robust and scalable. She’s literally written the book on these topics, now in a 2nd edition. It’s this perspective Perlman brings to “Blockchain,” which has been […]
Gasoline gets a pretty low rating on the “green scale” and several companies like Uber and Lyft are helping to lessen its bad effects on our atmosphere. But how does Filld, a company that specializes in personal gasoline delivery, get to tout the green benefits of their service? Listen in as Christopher Aubuchon, the CTO […]
People don’t like to be sold—especially online. From spam filters to pop-up blockers, people do their best to stop unwanted advertisements from interrupting their virtual lives. This creates a barrier between you as an entrepreneur or business owner and the online world you’d like to reach. So, how can you get your brand’s message in […]
“You can do stupid things with electricity,” says Mike Weisend. Take poorly executed electroshock therapy for example. People end up literally frying their brains. It’s like being struck by lightening, and the therapeutic effects of being struck by lightening—if there any—have not been approved by the FDA. However, it’s undeniable that the brain is an […]
June 1, 2017
Making DNA from Scratch
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We’re living in an age where not only can DNA be synthesized, but it can be applied as a technology. The applications of DNA are manifold, and some, never-before-seen. TwistBioScience creates DNA that can be used to produce chemicals, store data, improve vaccines and therapeutics, and produce disease- and climate-resistant plants. The thing about DNA […]
Previously, the only way to see cells inside brain matter was to dissect a corpse’s brain and put it under a microscope. Not so useful if you’re a brain disease patient seeking to stay alive. But, what if doctors could look at your living brain through a microscope without making a single incision? That’s just […]
Putting a man on the moon was amazing, but Andrew Rush, the CEO of Made In Space, is intent on helping humankind settle in space—not just camp there. Listen in as he talks about how 3-D printing on the International Space Station is paving the way for men to survive and thrive in space as […]
May 31, 2017
Exponential Tech
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Technologies are growing and changing so fast it’s hard for humans to keep up, much less the companies they create. So how can businesses stay relevant in a this world of exponential technology? That’s the question Michael Leadbetter answers daily for businesses worldwide. Listen in as he shares some of his insights. Here’s a sampling […]
May 30, 2017
Healing the Blind
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Macular degeneration is the leading cause of blindness worldwide. This, especially in the aging population: you reach a certain age, and you can’t see as well as before. Up until this point, there has been no cure for macular degeneration. In the late stages of the illness, people are declared legally blind. Enter BioTimeInc. Francois […]
When David Knight founded the data company terbine.com, he had big plans. “We’re not a broker, we’re not an analytics firm, we’re not an IOT platform,” says Knight. Instead, terbine.com was designed to be a global marketplace. Specifically, a marketplace for the data from the internet of things—the first of its kind. “Not a modest […]
Imagine having a spinal cord injury that prevents you from performing everyday tasks without assistance. Though your brain is still intact, you can’t hold and sip your morning coffee or even grip your bagel and raise it to your mouth. Now imagine, after living that way for nine years, a computer chip in your brain […]
May 25, 2017
Self-Aware Robots
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Self-awareness is not black and white. There are grey areas. For example, some animals are considered self-aware but on a much lower level than humans. Tune in as Hod Lipson of Singularity University discusses how these lower levels of awareness are being realized in robotics today and what that means for the future of thinking […]
May 25, 2017
Deep Learning
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“Deep Learning” is an area in artificial intelligence research and design where a “ton of breakthroughs are happening right now,” says Fast. AI co-founder Rachel Thomas. Fast.AI’s mission in the AI space is to make Deep Learning more accessible to more people. Where before, you’d need graduate-to-Ph.D.-level work in math just to understand what’s going […]
Aaron Schwartz Director of Engagement and Michael Gord Director of Technology at BEN, explain how they help college and high school students discover on BlockChain and CryptoCurrency either through Hackatons or special clubs. BEN’s goal is to increase awareness about BlockChain and CryptoCurrency technology. Learn, subscribe, review FutureTech podcast.
May 24, 2017
Migrainex
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John Donahue, head of marketing at Cirrus Healthcare, who explains how their product Migraine X is fighting and controlling migraines. Around 38 million people in the US suffer from a migraine. In 78% of the cases, what triggers migraines is changes in barometric pressure, (in aeroplanes or weather changes). MigraneX has a free App that […]
May 24, 2017
Anti Malware Technology
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Tens of thousands of viruses, in different shapes and sizes threaten computers everyday. That’s why Giovanni Vigna CTO and Co-Founder of Lastline.com, explains how their company prevents malware from affecting computer security. Lastline.com is not a traditional anti-virus, but much more than that. To put it in Vigna’s words, nowadays viruses come “packaged” in many […]
In Evolution 2.0, author Perry Marshall doesn’t take a side in the Darwinism-Creationism debate. He takes his own, third side: the Perry Marshall side. Electrical engineer Marshall doubts Darwin’s theory of evolution, but not as a traditional Creationist. For him, there is a still better explanation for the origin of life on earth… one heretofore […]
Dina Zielinski from NY Genome talks about storing data using DNA – not traditional hard drives – and it’s amazing what nature can do that human engineering (until now) can not. Losing data stored on flash drives, hard disks, USBs and on computer servers may become a thing of the past with DNA storage. At […]
Stephan Tual, founder of Slock.it, talks about Ethereum-Based Smart Contracts that allow IoT devices, (such as door locks on Air BnB apartments) to be fully automated – unlocked and locked based on rules, such as when a rental payment is received for an apartment (unlocked) and 5 minutes after checkout time (locked). Other use cases […]
Nathaniel Calhoun, Vice Chairman of Global Grand Challenges and the Managing Director of the Global Solutions Program at Singularity University talks about Poverty, Education and Developmental Barriers in Africa. He aims to have a positive impact on these problems through the use of exponential technology. Having personally lived in several African countries for a number […]
Terracycle is back, and this time we have its CEO, Tom Szaky. Terracycle has rapidly become an innovative recycling company and global leader in recycling hard-to-recycle waste. From recycling #7 plastic to traditionally “un-recyclable” materials (juice pouches), Terracycle has been able to reduce landfill waste as well as provide reliable and useable source materials for […]
InfluxData brings a complete open-source platform made precisely for metrics, events, and other time-based data. No matter where the data comes from; humans, sensors, or machines, InfluxData authorizes creators to shape next-generation monitoring, analytics, and IoT applications quicker, easier, and to scale bringing real business work swiftly. Tim Hall talks to us about the time-series […]
Factom’s Chief Scientist, Brian Deery returns with a new Future Tech Podcast and this time, we don’t talk about Factom at all. Brian talks about bigger things in the Bitcoin universe like ASIC Boost, Block Size debate, history of Bitcoin itself and much more. Brian’s knowledge about Blockchain technology and the Bitcoin Blockchain can be […]
Darlene Damm is a Principal Faculty Member for Global Grand Challenges with Singularity University. Darlene works on leveraging exponential technologies to resolve the world’s thorniest societal issues like education, malnutrition, poverty, access to energy and the internet. Darlene discusses exponential technology, it’s scope and how it is being used to solve the social problems around […]
Aaron Frank is a writer, speaker and one of the initial hires at Singularity University. Aaron’s focus has been on developing technologies, specializing in virtual and augmented reality. Aaron talks to us about the new VR tools enabling people to do fascinating things. How VR is being used to help eliminate the fear of public […]
Kent Langley is a 20+ year entrepreneur, educator, speaker, author, and consultant. Kent’s massive transformative purpose is to Apply Technology for the betterment of humanity. He talks about the Data Revolution and how it can revolutionize the way organizations work. Kent has been working with the Fast Track Institute allowing the acceleration of technology in […]
David is the founder of Network Society Research, a seed stage global venture investment firm that invests in disruptive, technology-based companies. David explains how exponential organizations work vs. more traditional, centralized and hierarchically organized corporations. David compares traditional means of producing energy using fossil fuels (requiring tremendous infrastructure, time, capital, and more) vs. solar and […]
May 4, 2017
Digital Biology
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Tiffany Vora an Educator, Writer, Research Scientist, and Entrepreneur who is excited to bring her diversity of experience to Singularity University as Principal Faculty in Medicine and Digital Biology. Tiffany explains what Digital Biology is and how living things can be “programmed” to do things they could never do previously. Tiffany discusses Gene Editing & […]
Colin Cantrell explains how Nexus, an alt coin cryptocurrency, was inspired by Satoshi Nakamoto’s whitepaper and subsequent Bitcoin protocol code. Colin also discusses several key weaknesses of the Bitcoin protocol, such as synchronizing various clocks, and offers solutions on how he would solve them. Some of Nexus’ (NXS) inner workings are also explained: how Nexus […]
RexMLS will allow property owners to list their properties for sale or rent on a “global, super MLS” that isn’t limited to a given metro – it’s global. Stephen King, founder of RexMLS, wants to unite owners, vendors, buyers and agents, powered by a blockchain back end, that even incentivizes them for posting property listings […]
Pascal Finette of Singularity University is the Vice Chairman of their Startup Program for Next-Generation Entrepreneurs who will be creating exponential organizations that leverage Exponential Technologies. Pascal details how some startups are utilizing exponential technology to find creative solutions to complex problems that affect literally billions of people. Two examples are Made in Space (3D […]
April 27, 2017
Regenerative Medicine
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Cynata Therapeutics is an Australian stem cell and regenerative medicine company that is creating a therapeutic stem cell platform technology, Cymerus™, using discoveries made at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Dr Kilian Kelly, Vice President, Cynata talks about Cymerus™. A platform for stem cell technology based upon extremely important and versatile stem cells known as mesenchymoangioblasts […]
Chris Berka of Advanced Brain Monitoring talks to us about how they have challenged the orthodox thinking by creating advanced medical devices that provide a superior patient experience, lower healthcare costs, and improved quality of care. Talking about some of their successful experiments she explained how they were able to predict from the teams’ brains […]
Bastille provides full visibility into the known and unknown mobile, wireless and Internet of Things (IoT) devices inside an enterprise’s corporate airspace. Together known as the Internet of Radios. Director of Vulnerability Research at Bastille Networks, Balint Seeber talks about his company’s signature software-defined radio and machine learning technology. Bastille senses, classifies and localizes threats, […]
TerraCycle is removing the idea of Waste by recycling the non-recyclable multi layered composite type plastics. Whether its baby diapers (6% of the total landfill), tires, juice pouches, candy wrappers or plastic gloves from an industrial facility, TerraCycle can recycle nearly any form of non-recyclable (the number 7s) plastics. Ernie Simpson explains how they have […]
April 14, 2017
Future Crypto Matters
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We explore the latest with Dash’s own, Fernando Gutierrez. We talk about the Dash 12.1 update, Evolution and what’s in store for the rest of 2017. Make sure to listen to the podcast, subscribe and review. Keep donating Bitcoins to fuel our interviews. Company Bio: Dash (formerly known as Darkcoin and XCoin) is an open […]
Kyle Silvestro, Founder & CEO of SyTrue™ has been working on natural language processing for medical applications for the last decade. He talks about how clinical natural language processing translates unstructured clinical data into actionable information. NLP not only understands the content but the meaning and context behind the content, providing caregivers essential and accurate […]
Walid Soussou the CEO, talks about QUASAR’s involvement in previous Department of Defense and DARPA programs that shaped groundbreaking new dry sensor technology for bio-electric calculations through hair, off the skin, and even through clothing. The Dry sensor Tech at QUASAR is easy to use and produces reliable signals without skin preparation and gels. The […]
Dr. Jackson from Singularity University discusses a variety of scientific innovations, including computational technology and space exploration. From Fiat Physics to Developing a Science Partnership Fund & from lecturing students to Consulting Corporate Executives on the impact of quantum computing, Mark has a very diverse background. Jackson recently organized the Dawn of Private Space Science […]
April 10, 2017
Wireless Signals
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Security Scorecard’ exclusive “SaaS” platform helps companies gain operational command of their security situation for themselves, partners and suppliers. It provides unceasing, non-intrusive checking for any wireless signals, and computer access points, regardless of the device – (HVAC, VOIP phone, computer, cell, etc) The platform offers a picture of critical data points not obtainable from […]
April 10, 2017
Building IoT Solutions
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Losant’s Internet of Things platform allows developers to build complex, connected solutions quickly and easily. IOT’s development platform can provide scalable device management, data collection, visualization, and data reaction workflows. Charlie Key, the CEO talks to us about the infinite potentials of connected devices. IoT devices can enable projecting maintenance in manufacturing, real-time tracing in […]
April 10, 2017
Future of 3D Printing
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Professor Gordon Wallace talks to us from the University of Wollongong about 3D bioprinting and regenerative medicine technologies. A technology that is impacting not only manufacturers but people all around us. From organic body parts to metal objects, everything is and can be 3D Printed. Learn from the professor who not only knows about this […]
Josh Seigler, currently a developer working on Dash Evolution and Dash.org’s front end, gives his insights into what he calls “high quality money” and talks about upcoming developments in the Dash world. Josh is a deep thinker about economics, money, and cryptocurrency, and we discuss upcoming possible Dash features such as 3rd party arbitration of […]
IrisVR has built VR tools for the architecture & design industries. “Iris Prospect” allows customers to take their 3D plans and blueprints & turn them into VR experiences view-able on devices like Oculus Rift, HTC Vive, GearVR and Cardboard. “Iris Scope” converts panoramic images into VR experiences for smartphones. CEO Shane Scranton explains that his […]
Vericred is a healthcare tech and data company that delivers data solutions to health insurance industry partners. This coupling results in lower costs and faster speeds to the end consumer looking at healthcare plans and providers. Join us as CEO, Mike Levin, shares his personal experience that led to creating this platform and what his […]
VistaGen Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company concentrating on developing new generation medicines for depression and other central nervous system (CNS) disorders. The lead CNS product candidate, AV-101, is a new generation antidepressant drug candidate in Phase 2 development. AV-101’s mechanism of action is fundamentally differentiated from all FDA-approved antidepressants and atypical antipsychotics used adjunctively […]
CureCoin is a CryptoCurrency based around Folding@Home that lets owners of both ASIC and GPU/CPU hardware to earn cure coins as a reward for mining (mining meaning giving computer time and capacity to helping reveal the structure of complicated biological proteins) CureCoin places ASICs to work at what they are good at, safeguarding a blockchain, […]
Muse is a sensing headband and brain fitness tool that measures brain signals much like a heart rate monitor senses your heartbeat. Muse’s 7 finely calibrated sensors; 2 on the forehead, 2 behind the ears plus 3 reference sensors detect and measure the activity of your brain waves. Graeme Moffat explains that Muse has been […]
Notion aims to provide security for anything with motion. You can place notion’s sensors on various areas in your home or business (such as on your front door to sense when it is opened and how many times a day it is opened) to gather useful data to improve your security and knowledge. Notion sensors […]
NeuroSky technologies allow people to use wellness bio-metrics for mobile solutions including wearable devices. Their advanced biosensors, bio-metric algorithms, reference designs, and Big Data analytics enable leading-edge innovation in mHealth products and services for calculating body and mind performance. Stanley Yang talks about the technologies giving consumers actionable information to help them evaluate their fitness […]
Smart Glasses are made of glycerin-filled, liquid lenses that can automatically adjust the focus on what a person is seeing, whether it is far away or close up. The lenses are placed in battery-powered frames that can automatically adjust the focal length of the lenses based on what the wearer is looking at. These glasses […]
Jan Witowski a medical student, talks to us about 3D liver modeling and how it helps surgeons do pre-surgical planning on patients with liver tumors by providing them a 3d printed model of the patient’s liver in 24-48 hours for just $150, not $5,000. Witwoski 3D prints the liver models with their internal circulatory systems […]
In this episode, we discuss the ethereum platform used by Melonport, a private company building the open-source Melon Protocol, a blockchain software for asset management. Company Bio: Founded in 2016, Melonport AG is building Melon, a blockchain software for asset management. We’re based in beautiful Zug, Switzerland – in the heart of Crypto Valley one […]
March 27, 2017
Blockchain
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Entrepreneur and Co-Founder and President of Blockchain, a leader in Bitcoin software, Nicolas Cary, breaks down the basics of bitcoin and blockchain technology and explains how anyone can and should be using this technology. Company Bio: Blockchain is the world’s leading Bitcoin software company. We build innovative software that makes using Bitcoin safe, easy, and […]
Invitrx Therapeutics have advanced into a far-reaching but intensive biotechnology firm that concentrates on the commercialization of Adult Stem Cell technology. Habib Torfi talks about initiating from science based wound healing and tissue engineering. The technology allows them to cultivate and engineer adult stem cells by which they create advanced products and therapies. That are […]
Netki was launched by Justin and Dawn Newton, and allows users to create bitcoin wallets with “normal” names and e-mail addresses, just like DNS allows IP addresses to be written as plain english website names (ex: bitcoin.com).Netki supports 3 cryptocurrencies and is planning to expand to more in the near future. A key feature of […]
March 21, 2017
Stem Cell Therapies
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RepliCel is a regenerative medicine company focused on developing autologous cell therapies (using your own cells to heal you) that address conditions such as pattern baldness, damaged or aged skin, and more. Lee Buckler, CEO of RepliCel, talks about the company’s cell therapies that are designed to treat chronic tendonitis, sun-damaged, wrinkled or aged skin, […]
March 21, 2017
Bitcoin & Altcoin Wallet
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Mycellium, helps provide a secure, affordable experience with a Bitcoin wallet and merchant processing solution. Dimitry Murshik admits Mycellium is one of the longest running and most widely used Bitcoin wallets in the market. Mycellium provides an API for 3rd party services to integrate with them, and also supports hard wallets like Trezor. New DAPPs […]
March 20, 2017
Crowdfunding Campaigns
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WeiFund is a toolkit for running crowdfunding campaigns on the Ethereum blockchain. It’s particularly useful for launching tokens that can be used in new applications and protocols. You can launch a campaign using one of WeiFund’s contract templates or integrate your own smart contracts. The WeiFund contracts implement the core mechanics of crowdfunding; contributions with […]
US Stem Cell Inc. is the world leader in research & development of stem cell as well as regenerative medicine treatments for patients with degenerative conditions. Chief Science Officer of US Stem Cell Inc., Kristin Comella, explains why research is key in moving regenerative medicine therapies forward in order to treat a number of ailments […]
First of all, for a subject as complex as Quantum Computing & Quantum Physics, Gregoire Ribordy is awesome at making difficult topics understandable by the average non-physicist. For that reason alone, this is a great interview. IDQ provides its customers long-term security of their data through quantum-safe crypto solutions. IDQ also provides best-in class instruments, […]
Bitso is Mexico’s first Bitcoin exchange that offers a platform for trading Bitcoin against the Mexican Peso. Bitso.com aims to create some groundwork for a healthy Bitcoin economy in Mexico, by encouraging and enabling the use of Bitcoin as a mechanism for decreasing costs and increasing transaction speed, as well as bringing the unbanked and […]
March 13, 2017
Pluripotent Stem Cells
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PluriCell is a biotechnology based company whose goal is to become a continuous, reliable, commercial source of induced pluripotent stem cells (iPS cells). With these type of cells, they can virtually generate any cell type of the human body, from heart cells to liver, skin & more, although their first project is to successfully and […]
Celyad is a biopharmaceutical company, specialized in cell therapy, developing landmark technologies aimed at treating severe diseases with poor prognoses. Their scientific approach is inspired by the natural mechanisms that are used by the body to fight diseases. Georges Rawadi, VP business development talks to us about the latest in stem cell technology and how […]
Asterias Biotherapeutics, Inc. is a biotechnology company revolutionizing the arena of regenerative medicine. Their proprietary cell therapy programs are based on immunotherapy and pluripotent stem cell platform technologies. Jane Lebkowski, CSO Asterias Biotherapeutics shares her research in Bio stem cells and what she has been developing with her company. Asterias is presently focused on progressing […]
March 3, 2017
Dash Detailed
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Amanda B. Johnson of Dash Detailed, returns to future tech podcast. We talk about Dash system upgrades since our last encounter, Dash’s expedited summer alpha release of Dash Evolution, and more. Amanda discusses Dash masternode network adoption of the new 12. 1 update, and the high level of cooperation and smoothness to the transfer from […]
March 2, 2017
Bitcoin Taxation
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Jonathan Hazell, a CPA, has become somewhat of a specialist in the taxation side of Bitcoin in the United States. Jon shares his insights about the IRS, it’s methods and taxation plans for bitcion, based on his 25 years of being in the industry. It’s not just bitcoin that is subject to tax in the […]
March 2, 2017
Deep Learning
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Alain Tapp is a veteran in technology, having done his masters in Cryptography, then a PhD in Quantum Computing and is now working on AI & Deep Learning. Alain details how machine learning works, and what are some of the approaches to training machines to “learn” and interpret. From machines understanding metaphors and sarcasm to […]
February 27, 2017
Quantum Computing
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Scott Aaronson, professor at the University of Austin Texas and former professor at MIT explains what a quantum computer is, various possible applications, the types of problems they are good at solving and much more. Scott’s research interests center around the capabilities and limits of quantum computers, and computational complexity theory more generally. NP-hard and […]
February 27, 2017
Online Bitcoin Gambling
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Onehash.com allows users to gamble on the outcomes of football, basketball, rugby, politics and much more, using bitcoin to gamble! Onehash is reinventing the traditional mutual betting system, making it bitcoin exclusive. Eric Baker, Managing Director at onehash. com explains that there are two easy ways of placing bets at OneHash! You can either use […]
February 27, 2017
Venture Capitalist
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Adam Draper is the founder and managing director of Boost VC, 2x entrepreneur and a fourth generation venture capitalist. Boost VC focuses on future technology development in the industries of Blockchain, VR, SciFi Tech. They are always seeking passionate technologists from around the world for their accelerator programs in Silicon Valley. Whether you are a […]
Bankchain by Paxos aims to streamline and improve post-trade activity by allowing for instant settlements, greater automation, reducing counterparty risk and increasing operational efficiency. Raj Nair, engineer at Paxos talks about how the company aims to bring capital asset trading to the blockchain ecosystem. Raj’s background includes work in Silicon Valley and Wall Street. Paxos […]
February 20, 2017
BlockChain Solutions
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Rutger van Zuidam, an entrepreneur and the owner of DutchChain, one of the leading Blockchain businesses in the Netherlands shares how DutchChain foucses on improving society through blockchain based solutions. They not only develop software solutions, but share them with the world through publications and organizing “meeting of the minds” type of events like Blockchain Hackathon. […]
February 16, 2017
Internet of Things
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IoT.inc is a privately held leading business and technology resource. Bruce Sinclair provides tons of useful content on the website in the form of videos, podcasts, articles and more. Bruce Sinclair, publisher at IoT.inc, talks about how the internet is integrating the physical and virtual world in more ways than initially meets the eye. We […]
February 15, 2017
Transferring Money
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Circle is making online payments easier to use, safer and more convenient than ever. Using blockchain technology, circle successfully manages to transfer funds securely and without any fees. Circle’s AI risk engine, which runs on cutting edge algorithms, continuously keeps your money safe. Anders Brownworth, Chief Evangelist at circle.com, talks about enabling person to person […]
February 14, 2017
Brave Browser
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Brave Web Browser is a fast, free, secure web browser with a built-in AdBlocking technology, tracking and security protection, and optimized data and battery experience. It is available on iOS, Android, Linux, Windows and MacOS. Brendan Eich, CEO of Brave Browser talks about privacy and giving the end user complete control of their browsing. He […]
Protoblock is new kind of fantasy football game platform that uses peer-to-peer blockchain reward skill with tokens. Jay Berg, CEO of Protoblock, talks about how his blockchain gaming company could be a source of entertainment and income simultaneously. The Protoblock2016 mobile apps for Android & iOS provide a convenient way to play the projections game […]
February 9, 2017
Virtual Reality
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How does a 10.4 minute average viewing experience, followed by a 12.3 percent conversion rate sound to you? The stats are real and businesses that use YouVisit are reaping the rewards. YouVisit is one of the fastest growing virtual reality tech companies out there in today’s tech world. Using the power of virtual reality, YouVisit […]
February 8, 2017
Blockchain Startup Colu
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Colu is an Israel-based startup aimed at digitizing the ownership of all things through the blockchain. Mark Smargon, co-founder of Colu explains that they are looking to give users the ability to exchange digital cash directly to support local businesses and encourages sustainable and equitable economic growth. Additionally when users shop local with the app, […]
February 8, 2017
Prosthetic Limbs
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Xabian tech specializes in designing and 3D manufacturing prosthetic lower limbs and sockets. Xabian works by analyzing a 3D scan of the residual limb, and then designing the best fitting prostheses for that amputee. Traditionally it is an enormously challenging problem, but Xabian’s 3D scanning and printing of a matching socket to an amputee’s residual […]
AlphaPoint, a leading tech firm that powers digital asset exchanges & also provides organizations comprehensive solutions to digitize, trade, and manage assets with blockchain technology. Igor Telyatnikov, the President & the COO of Alpha Point explains AlphaPoint’s secure, scalable, and fully customizable platform can process nearly 1 million transactions per second, enabling customers to digitize, […]
Nick Gogerty is the creative force behind Solar Coin – a blockchain-based token that rewards producers of solar electricity. Producers (even individuals living in their home) send their solar power generation data to Solar Coin, which rewards them for each Megawatt-hour produced. The rewards can further be traded into bitcoin and or fiat currency. Health […]
February 3, 2017
Mining Asteroids
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Planetary Resources, aims towards recovering and using material found in space from asteroids and comets to be utilized by astronauts, as well as people living on Earth. Chris Lewicki, CEO Planetary Resources, talks about space mining and how minerals and other natural resources could be mined on asteroids, from comets, and perhaps other heavenly bodies. […]
Digital Catapult works across a range of technology layers helping SMEs grow and scale faster as well as helping larger corporations roll out digital products and services. From artificial intelligence to virtual or augmented reality, Blockchain based applications, smart contracts and networks, they are working on the most recent discoveries in the Fintech world to […]
February 3, 2017
Transfers Across Borders
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Bitwala is a one stop shop for bitcoin services and online payment solutions. Launched in mid 2015, Bitwala is paving way the way for bringing bitcoin payments into the real world. CEO and co-founder of Bitcoins Berlin and Bitwala, Jorg von Minckwitz, tells us how this innovative platform transforms the way users do financing on […]
February 3, 2017
Move Money With Bitcoin
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Coins.ph is a popular crypto company and bitcoin platform beginning operations in Southeast Asia, a need-based market where very few individuals use banks. It allows users to easily purchase and sell bitcoin through bank deposits, bank wiring, ATM deposits, 7-Eleven convenience stores and pawnshop outlets. Transactions can be carried out through bank accounts, e-mail addresses, […]
Marco Santori, partner attorney at Cooley LLP, discusses legal questions faced by Fintech companies (including bitcoin, cryptocurrency and other blockchain-based companies). Marco Santori leads the FinTech team at Cooley LLP, an international law firm. Marco talks about the regulatory side of these new technologies, government regulations and how these regulations in US are different than […]
February 2, 2017
Artificial Intelligence
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Hu:toma provides free access to their proprietary platform offering tools to create & share conversational AIs that can be used to take the place of humans responding to live chat on a client’s website and social media. Maurizio Cibelli, CEO of Hu:toma says that they help companies reduce recruitment costs by using artificially intelligent programs […]
Bigchain DB allows users access to a huge distributed database, with blockchain attributes, like decentralized control, immutability and the transfer of digital assets. With high throughput, low latency, a full-featured NoSQL query language, this is a scalable solution to current blockchain limitations. Trent McConaghy, CTO at Bigchain DB, discusses the pros and cons of various […]
Edan Yago, CEO, epiphyte.com talks about how Epiphyte is one of the handful of companies in the world that provides international transaction settlement using blockchain technology, not correspondence banking. Using Epiphyte’s platform, you can start transferring money straight away without the need to have a bitcoin wallet or buy bitcoin itself. Using lightning network for […]
January 30, 2017
Quantum Computing
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1QBit provides software developers and researchers with the tools and expertise necessary to access and make use of quantum systems & technologies. Arman Zaribafiyan, representing 1Qbit.com, outlines the future of computing and talks about quantum computing, quantum physics and quantum mechanics that will shape and define the future of computing. Quantum technology is evolving and […]
January 30, 2017
Bitcoin Exchange
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Unocoin.com is a growing bitcoin exchange in India ( a country recently in the news because of the demonetization of its 500 and 1000 rupee notes. With over 125,000 users and a population of 1.3 billion that is hungry for bitcoin, unocoin is growing rapidly. Sunny Ray, President and Co-founder of Unocoin. com, talks about […]
January 30, 2017
Local Bitcoin Trader
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Morpheus Titania, a former window shield repair guy and consummate salesman, now lives exclusively using bitcoin, and on rare occasion, cash. I didn’t think this was possible, and most folks are surprised to hear it can be done, but Morpheus is doing it and living well. His amazing rant on how he operates with no […]
January 26, 2017
Cryptocurrency
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Bailey Reutzel, a journalist/freelancer, talks about various controversial topics of the bitcoin, cryptocurrency, and blockchain universe. Even though, ironically, what was once a distributed, equitable and ‘fight-the-man’ libertarian-inspired concept (bitcoin and cryptocurrency) has now become a hotbed of politics, censorship, and infighting online. Regardless, Bailey Reutzel, being a journalist, goes in deep to find the […]
Distributed ID is developing a solution for the confirmation, notarization, and validation of your digital identity, using the security of blockchain. Duncan Brown, CEO and Merrick Reed CTO of Distributed ID talk about the importance of online identification and explain how this is going to help individuals confirm their identity without revealing personal info, when […]
January 26, 2017
Augmented Reality
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Ever wondered what Augmented Reality really is and how and why it has been integrated into our current expectations of interactive experiences? Wonder no more as we talk to the creator of Appearition, Vivek Aiyer. Appearition combines groundbreaking augmented reality and virtual reality software with physical objects and surroundings in integrated and customizable solutions. They […]
January 26, 2017
Bitcoin
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Bitcoin, cryptocurrencies, and blockchain technologies do not live in a separate world where regulations and laws do not apply. These technologies are rapidly converging with complex regulations from different countries, including AML / KYC, local taxing authorities such as the IRS in the United States, the SEC, FinCen and more. A new breed of attorney […]
January 26, 2017
3D Bioprinting
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Co-founder and CEO of BioBots, Danny Cabrera, joins us to talk about the technology and advancements in 3D bioprinting and the future of this fascinating industry. BioBots is building tools to design and engineer life. Their goals are to cure disease, eliminate the organ waiting list, reverse climate change, and live on other planets. Their […]
January 26, 2017
Blockchain
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Have you ever wondered what would become of your beloved Facebook account, your music, your digital business contacts and so on? You can convert these digital assets & your personal data into property using Bitmark! CEO & Founder of Bitmark, Sean Moss-Pultz, details how properties registered on its platform are tied to digital assets called […]
January 26, 2017
Cryptocurrency
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What do you do when Bitcoin’s platform doesn’t meet your cryptocurrency needs? You re-program the entire thing, from low level database structure, to the mining algorithm, to the network timing protocol, to the hash size, private and public key size, the whole works. Insane? Well, Colin Cantrell (who I think is literally a prodigy and […]
January 26, 2017
Bitcoin
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First Global Credit is the world’s first finance company that brings profit opportunities existing in mainstream markets within the reach of digital currency holders. CEO, Gavin Smith, tells us how cryptocurrencies, like bitcoin, can be used to trade stocks and ETFs. He shares advice with listeners on how investors can make money with bitcoin on […]
January 25, 2017
3D-Printing
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Proto Labs, aims to bring around the best methodologies to 3D-print commodities. From a vast portfolio of raw material to numerous methods, Proto Labs fulfils the CAD requirement and produces the most durable and economical products. Rob Bodor, general manager, Proto Labs America, talks about the future of 3D-printing from mass production to being commercially […]
January 25, 2017
Quantum Computing
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Cambridge Quantum Computing (CQC) is a leading independent Quantum Computing company that also has a very strong team in Machine Learning (especially Deep Learning). CQC has developed an expertise in AI and believes that Quantum Machine Learning will be a key area in the future. As part of its AI activity, the company has developed […]
Blockchain Capital is a leading venture capital firm investing in Blockchain enabled technology companies. Blockchain Capital helps nurture these start-ups and supports them from initial seed capital through potential IPO. Bart Stephens, Co-founder of Blockchain Capital, talks about venture capitalism, risks and opportunities in the emerging blockchain market. Bart shares his opinion on how blockchain […]
January 25, 2017
Bitcoin
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Bitpay is a leading bitcoin payment provider – their platform allows merchants in 9 countries (so far) to accept payments in bitcoin, opening up a new payment channel for thousands of merchants. Stephen Pair, CEO and founder of Bitpay also talks about Bitpay’s prepaid Visa card, and Wallet service. Definitely a company that is enabling […]
January 25, 2017
Business Communications
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Often businesses need a more efficient and effective approach to communicate with clients. A new platform has arrived offering a powerful and easy to use relationship management solution for all businesses, big and small. Founder & CEO of Mobilize, Sharon Savariego, explains the “one-stop-shop” technology they have developed which allows users to organize and communicate […]
January 25, 2017
Quantum Computing
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Quantum Computing is truly amazing, but let’s be honest this is hugely more complex than most of us can wrap our heads around. Join us as, Earl Campbell, a theoretical physicist based on the University of Sheffield, walks us through the ‘magic’ of quantum computing; what it is, what it looks like and what it […]
January 24, 2017
Cloud Mining of Bitcoin
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Genesis Mining is the world’s first, large scale multi-algorithm cloud mining service, meaning you can mine Bitcoin, Dash, and other alt coins simultaneously, or solely. Marco Krohn, CFO and Co-founder of Genesis Mining talks about their innovative, and unheard-of mining solutions, such as the ability to dynamically switch the coin you’re mining, based on which […]
January 20, 2017
BAAM 3D Printing
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Rick Neff, BAAM Sales Manager at Cincinnati Incorporated, talks about 3D Printing on a BIG scale. Big Area Additive Manufacturing (BAAM), started out with small 3D printing projects such as printing tools, fasteners and components of large machines, and more. BAAM now is printing parts for the aerospace industry, and even 3D printed a life-size […]
January 20, 2017
KYC and AML Regulations
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Joseph Ciccolo, founder of bitaml. com, helps companies understand AML (anti money laundering) and KYC (know your customer) financial regulations. Regulations, registration and licensing processes can be complicated and fraught with legal issues if not handled properly. Creating successful compliance programs for financial companies in the crypto space shouldn’t be overlooked, and depending on the […]
Dirk Avau founder of IntellectEU, talks about Hyperledger (being evaluated and entertained by large institutions), semi-private or private blockchains, and more. IntellectEU, is responsible for financial integration, handles and advises on blockchain projects, smart contracts, servicing financial institutions, companies and suppliers. Dirk provides some unique enterprise insights regarding various synergies that are being produced in […]
January 20, 2017
Dash Masternode
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Perry Woodin, founder of node 40, talks about master nodes and how he and his company help develop, maintain and run master nodes on the dash network for clients. The more nodes, the merrier, as more nodes means the Dash cryptocurrency network is healthy, secure and DECENTRALIZED. Perry talks about incentivizing running a masternode (approximate […]
January 16, 2017
Platform Cooperativism
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Nathan Schneider is a scholar-in- residence of media studies, at the University of Colorado, in Boulder. Nathan highlights business owned by workers such as Green Taxi in Boulder, and explains how Platform Cooperativism, meaning multiple owners of a given business who elect / choose managers, is leading to the creation of more democratic, successful businesses. […]
January 13, 2017
Bitcoin
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Sebastian from Bitpagos, now Ripio.com, talks about Ripio’s bitcoin wallet that is becoming widespread in Latin America. People in Latin America, because of corruption and such a large percentage of the population being unbanked, do not trust their financial systems or banks very highly. Crypto currency may help millions of people who are unbanked now […]
Anish Mohammad, advisor to Blockchain and Crypto currency companies, shares his insights about the future of Smart Contracts, crypto currencies, Security, Quantum Computing, and combining zero knowledge proofs with smart contracts on a blockchain. Anish also talks about the Bitcoin Blockchain Block Size debate and the Segregated Witness concept. On smart contracts, he goes in […]
January 12, 2017
Artificial Intelligence
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Artificial Intelligence with Ethics? Sounds like a sci-fi movie, but this is exactly what Nell Watson from Singularity University is working on right now! (Amongst other projects) AI systems capable of understanding and developing ethics have many applications, from stock trading, to care for the elderly, and more. A robot with the ability to solve […]
January 12, 2017
VR Frontier
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What’s in store for the world of VR? Rewind VR is a Virtual Reality & Creative Production Agency. Head of Special Projects at Rewind VR, Oliver Kibblewhite, takes us on the virtual reality ride as we explore the latest in digital design and visual effects, being used to produce world class VR experiences for a […]
January 11, 2017
CES 2017
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The Consumer Electronic Show (CES 2017); Las Vegas, attracts over 150,000 people and has over 1,000 vendors. I got to see different types of drones; drones that could go underwater; a gigantic drone by e-Hang that a person can sit in; Pocket Drones (Dobby Drone) that fit in your pocket. Many drones now have 4k […]
Setapp, a Poland based company has built several VR games. Their latest offering is “Neverout”, a VR puzzle game with unique mechanics and an immersive atmosphere. From mobile apps, web applications to VR, Setapp has managed to produce amazing products for the industry. Michael Wroblewski, head of VR at Setapp, talks to us about the […]
Stas Oskin, Core developer, describes how Wings dot AI is part crowdfunding platform, part incubator for blockchain-based startups. Wings is open source, keeping everything on secure public ledgers such as Ethereum or Bitcoin. Their platform helps you choose a governance model, your token system, mining consensys method, such as proof of work vs. proof of […]
January 9, 2017
The Crypto Show
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The Crypto Show is a twice weekly FM radio show that focuses on Cryptocurrency, Blockchain, and Disruptive Technologies. It reaches an estimated 20,000 listeners. Danny Somthin & Chris Neandrathal, hosts of the Crypto Show, entertained me live, and in person – we talked about blockchain technology, pros and cons of Bitcoin and its limitations, and […]
January 9, 2017
Open Source 3D Printer
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When it comes to cutting edge 3D technology, German RepRap is among the world’s leaders. The have the experience and know-how to manufacture the best machines in the market. Join us as Technical Engineer, Raphael Riefel, fills us in on the latest industry news and projects German RepRap is working on.
Danger Katt studios produce beautifully illustrated, graphic novels – aka comics. With a highly successful portfolio, now they are aiming to enter the VR space by combining comics with virtual reality. Yes, the idea sounds awesome, even if you don’t normally read graphic novels. Read on… VR comics allow you to experience comics like never […]
January 6, 2017
Mixed Reality VR
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Ever wondered who is making those incredible movie-quality game trailers? Indie game trailer creator, Kert Gartner, talks to us about how to capture the magic in VR gaming and what the future may – or may not hold for this genre. Listen to this exciting interview and make sure to subscribe, review and share the podcast. […]
MANDT VR is an immersive entertainment & media studio, focused on remarkable storytelling through the exclusive lens of virtual reality (VR). The studio balances technological innovation with storytelling artistry, creating immersive content that goes beyond traditional video, transcending the barrier between viewers and stories. Its 360-degree video shows cover a variety of topics, including a […]
3D Printing of Rocket Engines? Yes, and it’s not only possible, it’s happening with ARC Engines. Kyle Adriany explains the rocket engines and components now possible with ARC’s patented technology. Following in the footsteps of the likes of Richard Branson and Elon Musk, Arc Engines is revolutionizing the space industry by testing and developing the […]
January 5, 2017
3D Bioprinting Solutions
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3DBio is researching and bringing to market bio printing technologies for the generation and transplantation of tissues, including multilayered skin, bone, vascular grafts, tracheal splints, heart tissue and cartilaginous structures. Yousef Hesuani, co-founder of 3DBio, explains how bio printing is becoming a viable opportunity to generate patient-specific tissue for the development of accurate, targeted and […]
January 5, 2017
Virtually Live
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Virtually Live is bringing the live sporting events from around the world into the virtual world. Leland Hedges, Vice President, Product & Marketing explains how Virtually Live is using the latest in VR to put fans into the heart of the action. Virtually Live’s patented technology creates an immersive VR experience for the fan, redefining […]
It Is 3D dot com is not only a provider of 3D printers and scanners, they are first and foremost an education company that provides education on 3D printing to the most important group of people in the world – our children and young people. Currently in Europe and Asia, but looking to expand to […]
January 5, 2017
Flashcoin
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Chris Kitze is a man of vast experience, knowledge, and unique perspective when it comes to cryptocurrency, and especially security surrounding private keys, what’s private vs. what is spied upon by various actors (hint: everything). What started out as a discussion of Flash Coin and how this upcoming, innovative token is set to change how […]
After learning and reporting on the cryptocurrency world and blockchain initiatives for 7 months in her YouTube show, “The Daily Decrypt”, Amanda fell in love with Dash, its governance model, and everything else involved in this up and coming cryptocurrency. Amanda discusses the importance of viewing DAOs (decentralized autonomous organizations) as businesses where stakeholders must […]
January 2, 2017
Blockchain of Things
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Join us as Andre DeCastro, CEO & Co-Found of Blockchain of Things, Inc. gives listeners an insider’s scoop about using blockchain beyond cryptocurrency and how to apply technologies to the IIoT. Blockchain of Things created the first globally accessible blockchain enabled device network. It is now possible for devices to autonomously track and exchange assets, […]
Gem helps transform how businesses capture, handle, and relate their critical data and services using a blockchain network. Emily Vaughn, Director of Client Relations and Marketing for Gem explains Gem’s data management operating system that generates and manages identities for different users, (ex: payers vs. providers) so they can participate in a block chain & […]
January 2, 2017
On Demand CNC Machining
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Nick Pinkston, CEO of Plethora, has created some seriously sophisticated “intelligent” software that allows engineers and designers to upload their CAD or design files to get a fast and accurate cost manufacture as well as a “is it possible?” design function. The production process is fully automated and helps you analyze what you’re working on […]
Jim is an artificial intelligence researcher at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, and one of the originators of the Semantic Web. Jim talked about the role that Artificial Intelligence will play in our lives in near future. He also talked in length about the controversial topic: Artificial Intelligence vs Humans and according to Jim, AI is going […]
Jonathan Johnson, Chairman of the Board of Overstock.com, and runner up for Governor of Utah in 2016, discusses his latest venture, t0.com (t-zero dot com) – the world’s first blockchain-based trading platform, and you can trade shares digitally, securely, and immediately. In the world of equities trading, settlement times are typically t+3, meaning 3 days […]
Taylor Gerring is a Blockchain Consulting Expert (in fact his website is blockchainconsulting.expert) who graciously spent about an hour riffing on Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Blockchain technology in general. Taylor discusses the benefits and challenges of various blockchain use cases, such as property rights, portable identification, the future of Ethereum, smart contracts, Bitcoin and more. You’ll […]
December 27, 2016
3D Printing Solutions
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Purple Platypus is the distribution company for advanced 3D printers, bench-top milling machines, & direct 3D modeling software. They market a wide range of 3D printers by Stratasys Ltd., from low-cost, desktop 3D Printers, to commcerial, 3D Production Systems for digital manufacturing. Purple Platypus also markets a full line of Roland milling machines that produce […]
December 26, 2016
3D Printed Cars!
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Local Motors engineers and designers are working around the clock to develop a 3D-printed car that exceeds FMVSS standards by 2017. There is nothing conventional about this car, the way it’s made, or the company behind it. They have partnered with industry leading IoT companies to create a truly unique car ownership experience. From the […]
December 26, 2016
High-End Transportation
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Blacklane connects passengers with a vast network of licensed and insured drivers providing professional ground transportation at the most competitive rates around the globe in 50 countries. (soon to be more) Blacklane’s service combines multi-lingual, 24/7 customer care, real-time service control for tens of thousands of quality cars, and all- inclusive fares guaranteed at the […]
The average prosthetic leg cost thirty thousand dollars, it takes several weeks to make and wears out in less than 5 years. TriFusion can make a custom prosthetic device in hours instead of weeks that fits better and costs far less than anything on the market today. They’ve developed a novel carbon nano-tube-coded printer filament […]
Fact vs. Fiction of 3D printing … Join us as the Creative Manager at Aleph Objects, Inc. , Ben Malouf, explains what is happening in the world of 3D printing. The media and TV shows tend to blow expectations out of proportion versus what is actually happening in the “real” world of this fascinating technology. […]
December 22, 2016
NVBOTS
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New Valence Robotics® (NVBOTS) has a patented, unique ARM system that allows for a high throughput 3D printing operation. AJ Perez talks about NVBOTS: As each 3D printed object is complete, an automated system moves the finished part off the printing table, allowing for the next part to start printing. This simple, but revolutionary throughput […]
December 22, 2016
Digital Wallet
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ABRA is poised to be the world’s first, currency-agnostic, digital, global wallet that lives on your smartphone. ABRA allows you to send money to any smartphone instantly, securely and privately – without needing a bank account – without paying Western Union or other middlemen exorbitant fees – without having to go to your bank, withdraw […]
Brad Templeton, Chairman Emeritus of the EFF (electronic frontier foundation), (and other accolades and activities too numerous to mention) talks about where Autonomous Cars can really take us. He explains how engineers can empower the electric car, save the planet as well as millions of lives using near-term Artificial Intelligence to make cars and trucks […]
John Hornick has been a partner at the Finnegan Intellectual Property law firm, based in Washington, DC, for over twenty years. John founded Finnegan’s 3D Printing Working Group which focuses on intellectual property, copyright and other legal issues as they relate to 3D printing. John is the author of the award-winning book, 3D Printing Will […]
December 21, 2016
Commercial Think Tank
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Z/Yen is a commercial think tank that spots, solves and works to: enhance reward, control risk and reduce volatility in business. We spoke to Michael Mainelli, Chairman of Z/Yen and an Emeritus Gresham Professor of Commerce at Gresham College in London, and founder of the Long Finance initiative. Michael talked about new disruptive technologies such […]
December 21, 2016
3D Printing Using Metal
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Using metal to print 3D objects has been somewhat out of reach – until now. Fabrisonic uses an advanced manufacturing technology called to 3D print an extensive variety of metals through their patented ultrasonic additive manufacturing (UAM) process. Fabrisonic has a suite of in-house SonicLayer 3D printing machines to help customers with the Serialized Part […]
December 20, 2016
3D Printed Shoes
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Lucy Beard, founder of Feetz.com, talks 3D printed shoes, for both men and women. This is a fun, fascinating, and applicable interview (if you possess a pair of feet, that is) to everyone on planet Earth. Lucy says, at Feetz, you aren’t size X, you are size YOU… …and Feetz’ 3D printed sneakers / shoes […]
December 20, 2016
Bitcoin Blockchain
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Ethereum’s blockchain isn’t the only game in town when it comes to a programmable, Turing-Complete layer that allows smart contracts to be programmed. RSK.co is in the process of releasing it’s latest update, named Turmeric, which allows developers to create smart contracts using bitcoin’s blockchain. Watch out Ethereum – you have competition, but as Gabriel […]
I’ve never heard of creating 3D Printed designs using a virtual reality interface – have you? Roland Manyai, an innovative thinker in the virtual reality and 3D printing space has created exactly that, and you’re going to be happily surprised at what’s coming in the near future when it comes to both design of 3D […]
We may not yet be at the point where robots are taking all of our jobs … But why not pass off some of the workload at least to machine learning artificial intelligence software that sets the stage for users to employ its contract analysis and helps attorneys in their due diligence. The Director of […]
December 19, 2016
LiDAR Technology
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Sweep, developed by Scanse.io, is a sensor that detects and avoids obstacles using LiDAR – (Light Detection and Ranging). LiDAR is a surveying method that measures distance to a target by illuminating the target with a laser light. LiDAR is used in meteorology, mapping, surveying, and guidance with military, construction and transportation applications. In the […]
December 19, 2016
Optomec
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Optomec sells industrial-grade 3D Printers that use two, patented, unique technologies: Lens – uses powdered metal with high powered laser to produce new metal parts from a CAD model; rapid prototyping of parts; and/or repair or coat broken metal parts. Metals included stainless steel, titanium, alloys, etc. Aerosol Jet – used for electronic materials – […]
December 19, 2016
Factom
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Factom™, based in Austin, Texas, is a distributed, decentralized protocol layer running on top of Bitcoin that allows data of any kind to be memorialized, anchored, time-stamped, and cryptographically secured using Bitcoin’s blockchain and tremendous network hashrate. In addition to these benefits, Factom allows the storage of data extremely efficiently, due to its use of […]
Justin’s background as a dental technician and the owner of his own clinic, led to Arfona and 3D printed dentures. Dentures made in traditional dental labs are a time consuming and expensive process, but no longer, because of 3D printing. Flexible polymers have been used by dental professionals for years. The advancements in 3D printing have […]
Stratasys has been at the forefront of 3D printing and innovation for more than 25 years. Because they are the largest 3D Printing Solutions Company, they are able to imagine, design, iterate and replicate freely by offering a complete range of additive manufacturing (aka 3D printing) materials; From clear plastic to rubber like bio-compatible polymers […]
Incept 3D uses high level, next generation 3D printing technologies to bring your raw concepts to life. Clients can send their raw ideas to Incept 3D, or final CAD files for printing on high end machines. Michael Armbruster, founder, explains what makes Incept 3Ds machines far better than hobbyist, Maker Bot, or low end 3D […]
December 15, 2016
3D Printing
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3Diligent is a one-stop shop for 3D printing projects of all sizes. 3Diligent provides its customers access to a large network of 3D printing service providers, including machining and casting services, and rapid manufacturing materials such as paper, gypsum, resins, plastics and metals – each of which are used for specific applications. Cullen, as CEO of […]
ConsenSys is a venture production studio which builds decentralized apps & end-user tools for block chain systems, with a focus on Ethereum. ConsenSys also organizes, incubates and accelerates different projects through development, resource sharing, acquisitions, investments and the formation of joint ventures. Pelle Braendgaard & Arthur Falls discussed their portable identification application as well […]
Procertas (Professional Certifications and Technology Assessments) offers training on vital, but often dismissed skills such as Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, Excel, and other common office technologies. In Law Firms, Doctor’s offices, and other professional firms, you’d be surprised at how much productivity can be improved when you train your staff on these basic programs. Procertas’ flagship […]
December 14, 2016
Nano Dimension
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Nano Dimension, based in Israel, focuses on 3d printing of electronic circuits, dialectic inks, and non- particle inks. Their 3D printer allows for multi-layer printed circuit boards. This allows the manufacturer to create a functional object with electrical functions. Nano Dimension is rolling out technology that allows you to print, layer by layer, both polymers […]
December 13, 2016
Legal Sifter
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Legal Sifter uses natural language processing (NPL) & machine learning, to process unstructured raw terms, conditions & words into well-structured data & insights ready to be used to make quick & well informed decisions, saving both time as well as money for both attorneys and anyone facing the reading and interpretation of one or more […]
Purse.io allows you to buy any Amazon product at 5 to 33% discount using BITCOIN. Purse does this by leveraging unused Amazon gift card balances, allowing gift card holders to free up their trapped money and receiving bitcoin instead. As a member of purse.io (which is free to join), you automatically get 5% off any […]
December 6, 2016
3D Printing Industry
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Rize, a Boston based 3D printing company, has developed a new kind of 3D printing that completely removes the requirement for long post-printing clean-up. An advanced, patented, Augmented Polymer Deposition (APD) 3D printing technology delivers the means to produce one-offs of manufacturing parts easily yet affordably. President and CEO of Rize, Frank Marangell says that […]
Augur is a blockchain-based prediction market platform based on Ethereum’s blockchain scheduled for release in Q1 or Q2 2017. Augur allows anyone in the world to create a prediction market easily and quickly on the Ethereum blockchain, and to use smart contracts to take odds from betters and issue automatic payouts once a prediction result […]
Neota Logic applications deliver utilizes their advanced Artificial Intelligence platform, consulting knowledge, and custom expert systems to help businesses grow and develop in a smart, strategic manner. Neota Logic applications provides utilize rules, reasoning, resolution management & document automation, among other technology. Matthew Gillis, President of Neota Logic, explains how their system empowers non-programmers to […]
Have you ever wondered how computer systems adapt and learn from their experiences? What’s the difference between AI and Machine learning? Renowned Professor (Emeritus) and Director of Intelligent Systems at Oregon State University, Thomas G. Dietterich answers these questions and more. In this fascinating talk, Thomas reveals how machine learning can be combined with Artificial Intelligence […]
December 1, 2016
Legal Robot
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Legal Robot’s Artificial Intelligence engine can scan a long form contract, and provide you with a 1 page summary of all the important issues contained in the contract, as well as red flags that may be present. Complex legal language is transformed into digestible, easy-to-understand elements for the lay person. Dan Rubins explains how Legal […]
November 28, 2016
Prediction Markets
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Jeremy Gardner is a man of many endeavors and talents. He helped develop Augur, a blockchain based prediction market, scheduled for release in Q1 or Q2 2017, is a member of the Blockchain Education Network, Editor-in-Chief at The Distributed Ledger magazine, and is a venture capitalist and angel investor in various tech companies. Jeremy dives […]
November 28, 2016
Ethereum Blockchain
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Piper Merriam is a Developer and security researcher, focused on building applications utilizing the Ethereum platform. Piper discusses his development of the Ethereum Alarm Clock (which allows start times for smart contracts to be executed in the future). Piper also discusses the inner workings of Ethereum, proof of stake vs. proof of work mining, smart […]
November 23, 2016
Artificial Intelligence
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ROSS uses its in house artificial intelligence to help human lawyers research faster and better advise their clients Jimoh Ovbiagele, Cofounder/CTO at ROSS Intelligence explains how ROSS can be understood and mastered in minutes and there’s no need to interrupt your workflow with lengthy training sessions just to learn its basics. Just ask any direct […]
November 21, 2016
Solving Hunger Problems
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Unsung is a non-profit whose goal is to end hunger in America by leveraging the ‘sharing economy’. Food isn’t something most Americans think about because for most, food is over abundant. It’s surprising to hear that over 49 million Americans live with food insecurity (meaning these people don’t know where their next meal is coming […]
November 18, 2016
Secure Bitcoin Wallet
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Airbitz started out as a mobile wallet for bitcoin and has evolved into a single-sign on security platform for blockchain apps. Paul Puey explains how Airbitz is an easy to use and secure bitcoin wallet. You can logon to decentralized blockchain apps by scanning a barcode and your private keys are instantly created, encrypted, and […]
Civic.com helps people protect their identity and process immediate alerts through text message if their identity appears to have been compromised. Jonathan Smith, CTO, explains how Civic.com helps empower its users choose how to control their identity, and keep and safeguard their own data on a mobile device and make it available for the products […]
ShapeShift.io is a digital cryptocurrency exchange that allows you to buy or sell hundreds of digital cryptocurrencies, from Bitcoin to zCash to Ethereum and more. Erik Voorhees, CEO of Shape Shift, talks with Richard Jacobs about how the cryptocurrency exchange works, how customers’ data is secure, because customer accounts are not needed and no customer […]
Sean Dennis, Co-Founder of Loyyal.com, an emerging blockchain-based loyalty program facilitator, discusses how Loyyal.com works to reduce costs for big companies (like Hotels, Airlines, etc) to offer loyalty programs and work with partner companies. Loyyal is a worldwide loyalty & rewards platform, which utilizes blockchain & smart contract technology. Loyyal helps remove the current obstructions […]
November 3, 2016
Autonomous Vehicles
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Autonomous vehicles such as Tesla cars, Google, autonomous tractors and other vehicles are here and poised to rapidly become ubiquitous. Many car manufacturers such as Ford, Tesla, General Motors, and others are hurrying to introduce them to market. You may have heard the of the benefits: fewer accidents, fewer deaths due to driving, reduced need […]
November 2, 2016
Artificial Intelligence
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This week I interviewed Dr. Dimitrios Tsarapatsanis who has helped develop an artificially intelligent system that can predict the outcome of a case with a whopping 79% accuracy. Dr. Dimitrios explains in great detail how the system works and how will it change the decision making process in the field of law. Listen as he […]
October 31, 2016
Blockchain
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Eddy Travia is the CEO and Co-Founder of Coinsilium, a company which is a ‘first mover’ in connecting the public through the public capital markets, with the Blockchain network technology ecosystem & the opportunities this internet evolution brings. Eddy explains in detail the difference between bitcoin and Blockchain, how Blockchain works, the different applications of […]
October 27, 2016
Credit Union
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If you’ve always wondered what’s the real difference between a bank & a credit union – It’s more than just a name! Todd Harris, CEO of Tech CU goes in deep and explains what a credit union is and how it’s different from a bank. Plus, I asked a lot of questions related to Bitcoin & […]
October 26, 2016
Digital Rights & Privacy
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In today’s podcast I interviewed David Christopher, Communications Director at Open Media. David talks about his company’s work to keep the Internet open, affordable, and more importantly surveillance-free.
October 19, 2016
Bitcoin
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Today’s guest we have Mate Tokay, COO of BitCoin.com. Bitcoin is an innovative payment network and a new kind of money. You can download a wallet, exchange BitCoins, sell them and use it to buy things over the internet. In today’s interview we will be talking about BitCoin in detail, I’ll be asking Mate questions […]
October 18, 2016
BlockChainEDU
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Today’s guest is Dean Masley of BlockChainEDU.org BlockChainEDU.org is a community of students & alumni across the world. They are creating bitcoin & block-chain clubs in their universities. In this interview, I’ll be asking questions on how BlockChainEDU.org is building new expectations and innovations and how the combined effort of all these clubs have been […]
