From TradFi to Crypto: Market Evolution & Institutional Adoption with Sarah Olsen from Europa Partners

In this episode of Blockchain Bylines, Nic sits down with Jasper De Maere, Head of Research at Outlier Ventures, to discuss the the 'Post Web.' They dive into the intersection between AI and blockchain and the radical reimagining of the web. Jasper shares his journey from traditional finance to crypto and explains the implications of AI-driven automation on everyday economic activities. Tune in to discover how AI and blockchain are poised to redefine our interaction with the internet. 00:00 Introduction to Post Swap and Web301:27  Meet Jasper DeMars: From TradFi to Web303:41  The Evolution of the Internet: From Web1 to Web304:46 The Post Web Thesis: Delegating to AI Agents11:34  The Role of Blockchain in AI and Automation14:11  Advice for Entrepreneurs in Web3 17:38  Future Outlook: The Internet in 5-10 Years

In this episode Nic sits down with Cailin Doran, Communications Contributor from BONK to dive into the BONK ecosystem and the wild world of memecoins. Together they break down why memecoins capture the internet’s attention, discuss real world applications, and challenge memecoin skepticism.

In this episode, Nic Cary, Co-Founder and Vice Chairman of Blockchain.com, interviews Sarah Olsen, Managing Partner at Europa Digital Assets (Europa Partners). They discuss Sarah's journey from traditional finance to crypto, the impact of the US's new policies on crypto, Europa Partners future in the evolving crypto landscape, and the growing institutional interest in digital assets.

In this episode of "Blockchain Bylines," Nicolas Cary, co-founder of Blockchain.com reunites with old friend and crypto OG Helen Disney, founder and CEO of Unblocked. The two discuss how far the industry has come since the first big Bitcoin conference in Amsterdam. They dive into misconceptions about the industry, exciting use cases, and their predictions for 2025. Including more innovation on the Bitcoin network, increasing use of stablecoins and the rise of AI.

In this episode of "Blockchain Bylines," Nicolas Cary, Co-Founder of Blockchain.com, interviews Jason Karsh, Business Lead at Bitkey to discuss the future of self-custody and the innovative solutions Bitkey offers. We dive into the details of Bitkey's user-friendly hardware and software wallets, designed to empower individuals to take control of their Bitcoin. We also explore the recent integration with Blockchain.com Pay, making it easier than ever to buy and store Bitcoin securely. Join us as we discuss the importance of self-custody, the latest advancements in Bitcoin security, and how Bitkey is shaping the future of digital assets.

In this episode of "Blockchain Bylines," Nicolas Cary, co-founder of Blockchain.com, interviews Jordan Tonani from Index Coop, a collective that builds decentralized structured products that make crypto simple, accessible and secure. The pair dive into Index Coop’s mission and discuss the future of crypto indexing. 

In this episode we sit down with Gleb Urvanov, co-founder and tech lead of GASP, to explore the future of decentralized finance (DeFi). We cover GASP's innovative cross-chain decentralized exchange (DEX) designed for gas-free, secure, and fast transactions across multiple blockchains. Gleb shares insights on the challenges of traditional DeFi, the role of EigenLayer in ensuring security, and how GASP is pushing the boundaries of multi-chain trading. Tune in to discover how GASP is shaping the next wave of blockchain technology.

In this episode of "Blockchain Bylines," Nicolas Cary, co-founder of Blockchain.com, interviews Alex Page, founder of Nillion, a pioneering secure computation network. The discussion explores Alex's journey from investment banking to blockchain, driven by a fascination with decentralization. They delve into Nillion's mission to enhance privacy and security for sensitive data through decentralized technologies, offering new possibilities for private computation. The episode covers the importance of decentralization, privacy-enhancing technologies, and the future of AI in the Web3 space, highlighting Nillion's innovative approach to protecting data while enabling its secure use.

Join us for this episode, where we sit down with Alex Rawitz, co-founder of the groundbreaking DePIN (Decentralised Physical Infrastructure Networks) protocol, DIMO. Alex shares his insights on how decentralized technologies are transforming the automotive sector, offering unprecedented control and transparency. Tune in to discover how these innovations are reshaping transportation, Alex's journey into the world of web3, as well as how DePIN has the potential to unlock countless other industries.

Join Nic Cary and this month's guest, Michael Casey - prolific writer, researcher, and former Chief Content Officer at CoinDesk - as we delve into the critical topic of internet sovereignty and the role that decentralised and open source technology will play in our digital future. With three critically-acclaimed books to his name, including "The Age of Cryptocurrency" (2015), "The Unfair Trade" (2012), and "Che's Afterlife" (2009), Michael dives into the evolution of his writing style and the lessons learned along the way. He also offers a sneak peek into his highly anticipated upcoming title, providing a glimpse into the themes and topics readers can expect. Whether you're a cypherpunk or an advocate for AI innovation, you won't want to miss this conversation!