Blockchain as Infrastructure: From Banking Systems to Public Services

Blockchain as Infrastructure: From Banking Systems to Public Services

When people hear blockchain, they often think about crypto prices and speculation. But behind the scenes, banks and governments are quietly using blockchain for compliance, automation, and public services. In this episode, we explore how a major European bank issued a fully on-chain financial product, and how an Indian city is deploying blockchain for civic services — showing that Web3 is growing up and becoming real infrastructure. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn [https://www.soundon.fm/]

From DAO to Platform: How DevDAO Is Rethinking Web3 Infrastructure

Web3 moves fast, but building in Web3 is still harder than it should be. In this episode of Web3 Unlocked, we take a deeper look at DevDAO’s launch of Web3 Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) — and why this move matters far beyond a single DAO or product. Instead of focusing on tokens or speculation, we explore the real challenges Web3 builders face today: fragmented tooling, operational complexity, and heavy reliance on Web2 infrastructure. We discuss how DevDAO’s approach reflects a broader shift in the ecosystem — from experimental communities to DAO-governed platforms that provide real, production-grade services. This episode is about infrastructure, builders, and the quiet work that determines whether Web3 can actually scale. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn [https://www.soundon.fm/]

"Web3 Unlocked" Is Launching a New Series

Web3 Unlocked is officially launching a brand-new series. In this new series, we’ll continue to bring you clear, ongoing updates on Web3 and blockchain —from emerging applications and infrastructure to how decentralized technology is shaping the future of the internet. Our goal is to keep you informed, curious, and up to date as Web3 evolves. If you want to understand what’s happening in Web3—not just once, but continuously—this series is for you. Subscribe to Web3 Unlocked and stay connected as we explore what Web3 is today and what it’s becoming. Stay curious. Stay unlocked! -- Hosting provided by SoundOn [https://www.soundon.fm/]

Bank-Backed Stablecoins and Trump’s $TRUMP Coin Dinner

Two major stories are rocking the Web3 world in May 2025: 1️⃣ A consortium of U.S. megabanks (JPMorgan, Citi, Wells Fargo) is exploring a joint stablecoin to modernize payments, challenge crypto-native players, and shape U.S. regulation. 2️⃣ President Donald Trump hosted a $TRUMP coin investor dinner, raising serious questions about conflicts of interest, foreign influence, and the future of crypto regulation in politics. This episode unpacks the motivations, risks, and implications of these developments—and what they mean for the future of Web3. From the stablecoin battleground to the politicization of meme coins, the stakes for decentralization have never been higher. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn [https://www.soundon.fm/]

GENIUS Act: America’s Web3 Breakthrough

The GENIUS Act is moving through the U.S. Senate—and it could be a game-changer for Web3 in America. In this episode, we break down: * What the GENIUS Act actually does for crypto startups, DAOs, and developers * Why the U.S. is finally getting serious about blockchain regulation * The political dynamics driving bipartisan support * What this means for the future of Web3 innovation, from safe harbor protections to DAO legal status As the U.S. moves from regulatory uncertainty to proactive leadership, the GENIUS Act may set the tone for the next era of the internet. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn [https://www.soundon.fm/]