The Index Podcast

This week, host Alex Kehaya is joined by Samuel Harcourt, Director of Business Development at the Fantom Foundation—a permissionless, open-source smart contract platform for decentralized applications (dApps) and digital assets. Get ready to delve into the realm of Web3, token economics, and the pivotal role that hardware requisites play in operating an investment as a validator. It's an insightful conversation about the boundless potential of applications developed with Fantom and other L1 chains, and a glimpse into what lies ahead for the decentralized future.

Get ready for an incredible episode of  The Index! This week, host Alex Kehaya welcomes Michelle Munson, Founder & CEO of Eluvio, a groundbreaking blockchain company revolutionizing Web3 content distribution. We learn all bout Eluvio's new collaboration with Warner Bros. and their cutting-edge Content Fabric Protocol, opening up a world of Web3 native media experiences.From cool concerts and digital albums to mind-bending interactive meta-movieverse adventures, creators and fans can now directly enjoy and monetize their favorite content. Don't miss out on this exclusive look into their exciting promotion with Warner Bros.'s movie, The Flash. DC Comic fans can now immerse themselves in an unparalleled Web3 movie experience, available for purchase via Eluvio. Fans can unlock stunning 4K Ultra HD resolution, special features, captivating NFT artwork, and even augmented reality (AR) collectibles. Tune in now and learn how to own a piece of history with The Flash.

Host Alex Kehaya welcomes Pi Network's Cofounders, Dr. Nicolas Kokkalis and Dr. Chengdiao Fan this week. Tune in to learn more about the open-source technology powering Pi Network's unique consensus algorithm and how it makes crypto mining accessible and eco-friendly. They discuss how they utilize AI to verify identities worldwide by balancing automated and manual processes to ensure network safety and security.  Get ready to explore the future of social cryptocurrency in Web3.

This week host Alex Kehaya joins Sandy Carter, COO of Unstoppable Domains, to discuss the future of digital identity, NFTs, uncensorable websites, self-custody, credentialed data, and beyond. Tune in as they explore how Unstoppable Domains is propelling the Web3 revolution and shaping tomorrow's digital landscape.

This week host Alex Kehaya and Justin Banon, Co-founder of Boson Protocol, a decentralized commerce exchange. Tune in for a great conversation about the new programmable economy, redeemable NFTs, and the future of Web3. Discover how Boson Protocol bridges traditional and digital marketplaces with unique tokenization. 

Welcome to the latest episode of The Index. In today's show, we delve into the world of Web3, the Solana ecosystem, and the exciting future of digital collectibles with our special guest, Vibhu Norby. Vibhu, the Founder, and CEO of Solana Spaces, leads a pioneering company that initially operated Solana stores in New York City and Miami. Now, they've concentrated entirely on their groundbreaking project, Drip.Vibhu shares with us how Drip is becoming a unique platform that allows creators to build a universe of collectibles around their content, fostering an immersive experience for their audience. Join us to gain insights into Vibhu's creative journey, the evolution of Solana Spaces and Drip, and his thoughtful perspectives on the future of the digital collectible realm.This episode is brought to you by The Graph, the Google of Blockchain.

This week, host Alex Kehaya joins Logan Jastremski, the Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Frictionless Capital, a thesis-driven fund specializing in investing in scalable blockchains and dApps. In this episode we dive into the critical factors that drive blockchain scalability, with a specific focus on data propagation and bandwidth. Additionally, we'll explore the significance of the virtual machine, consensus algorithm, and efficient data storage within blockchain networks. Tune in to gain an in-depth understanding of these vital elements and their profound impact on the ever-evolving tech landscape.

In this week's edition of The Index, host Alex Kehaya converses with Ertemann, the Developer Relations Lead at The Secret Agency. They dive into the inner workings of The Secret Network, the first mainnet blockchain known for its privacy-preserving smart contracts that debuted in 2020. It's a great conversation on the future of Web3, data privacy, and the challenges developers may face while building the next wave of the Internet. Tune in to learn more about building private, decentralized applications using the Secret Network.

Tune in for our rewind episode with host Alex Kehaya and Rhys Lindmark, Founder of Roote, a nonprofit startup studio building the Wisdom Age. It's a great conversation about the Web3 revolution, blockchain ethics, and the evolution of society in a decentralized future. Tune in to learn more about the transformative power of blockchain technology and the potential for a more transparent, equitable, and ethical world.

This week, we welcome Goncalo Sa, co-founder of Consensys Diligence. His company provides smart contract audit services that make it effortless for startups and enterprises to launch and maintain their Ethereum blockchain applications. In this episode, we'll be taking a deep dive into Goncalo's journey as a Web3 hacker and tech startup founder. Goncalo shares his experiences, from his early fascination with computers to his discovery of Ethereum, which eventually led him to co-found ConsenSys Diligence. We also get an exclusive look at his latest project, The Creed, and discuss the current state of blockchain security. Tune in to find out what you need to know to stay ahead of the curve.