Tech Around and Find Out

Trust, Tether & Tech: What's Next?

In this engaging episode of "Tech Around and Find Out", host Calvin sits down with Jay from Privy.io [http://privy.io] to explore the evolving landscape of crypto onboarding, embedded wallet technology, and the future of stablecoins and blockchain gaming. Key Takeaways: * Jay shares her journey to Privy.io [http://privy.io], highlighting how experiencing Friend Tech's embedded wallet sparked his curiosity and excitement for crypto's potential. * Privy is transforming crypto onboarding by providing seamless embedded wallet experiences, helping developers easily integrate user authentication across various applications. * Gaming is identified as a significant sector for crypto adoption, with Jay emphasizing successful examples like Proof of Play's Pirate Nation and innovative solutions like Privy's guest accounts and Unity SDK. * Calvin and Jay discuss the increasing importance of stablecoins, identifying their role in building trust and providing reliable payment rails globally. * Jay forecasts a future boom in stablecoin-focused fintech applications, driving greater mainstream adoption and potentially reviving interest in DeFi applications. * The concept of app chains and modular building is explored, emphasizing Privy's role in simplifying user onboarding for diverse blockchain ecosystems. * Both Calvin and Jay share their insights on how "aha moments" in crypto significantly impact builders' and users' engagement, underscoring the importance of user-centric innovation. This episode is a must-listen for builders, developers, and enthusiasts looking to understand the latest innovations and trends shaping the crypto and blockchain space. Disclaimer: Nothing in this episode is financial or investment advice (NFA). Always DYOR (Do Your Own Research) and consult licensed professionals before making any decisions.

Sky Mavis: From Pixels to Profits

In this episode of Tech Around and Find Out, host Calvin sits down with Aleksander (PsychOut), co-founder and COO at Sky Mavis, the company behind the Ronin blockchain and the renowned Web3 gaming pioneer, Axie Infinity. Aleks takes listeners through a candid recount of his journey from a competitive gamer to co-founding one of the most influential projects in the crypto gaming space. Key Takeaways: * Aleks’s transition from a competitive gamer and early CryptoKitties enthusiast to a pioneering Web3 entrepreneur highlights the grassroots origins and evolution of crypto gaming. * The genesis story of Axie Infinity underscores the entrepreneurial perseverance required to build through market downturns and operational crises, including near bankruptcy due to crypto volatility and the impactful Ronin bridge hack. * Aleks shares insights on designing robust Web3 game economies, stressing iterative experimentation with tokenomics to avoid early pressures and create organic user engagement. * The transformative impact of Axie Infinity’s "Smooth Love Potion" token, exemplified by community adoption in the Philippines, demonstrates the real-world applicability of crypto gaming economies. * Aleks outlines Ronin’s strategic expansion, emphasizing frictionless onboarding through innovations like the Waypoint social login wallet, enabling seamless entry for mainstream users. * The conversation touches on critical lessons from the Ronin hack, highlighting Sky Mavis’s unwavering commitment to user security and fund restitution, fostering community trust and resilience. Aleks forecasts the next evolution of Ronin, anticipating significant growth in DeFi, meme coins, and SocialFi applications, alongside technical advancements like potential layer-two scaling solutions leveraging ZKEVM. He advocates for a culture-first approach in crypto communities, seeing sustainable community building, experimentation, and genuine user engagement as foundational elements for Web3 gaming's future. Join Calvin and Aleks as they explore deep entrepreneurial insights, pivotal moments behind Ronin’s journey, and the essential steps for the future of Web3 gaming and blockchain innovation. Disclaimer: Nothing in this episode is financial or investment advice (NFA). Always DYOR (Do Your Own Research) and consult licensed professionals before making any decisions.

Breadguy from MegaETH: The REAL Real-Time Blockchain

In this premiere interview, host Calvin welcomes Brett—better known online as “BreadGuy”—to dig deep into MegaEth, an emerging Layer 2 blockchain pushing the boundaries of real-time, high-throughput performance. Discover how MegaEth aims to handle massive transaction volumes without sacrificing user experience, why they chose EigenDA for data availability, and how the team is balancing “vertical” vs. “horizontal” scaling trade-offs. Brett also shares the inside scoop on the “MegaMafia” accelerator, which has cultivated over a dozen projects building use cases that truly need MegaEth’s speed—think gamified perps trading, high-frequency NFT interactions, and lightning-fast DeFi. Along the way, you’ll hear candid takes on Ethereum’s evolving roadmap, the DA (data availability) debate, and how MegaEth is breaking from tradition to onboard everyday users via a unique NFT sale and community ownership model. Whether you’re a seasoned builder, curious investor, or crypto newcomer, this unfiltered conversation offers a front-row seat to the next chapter of on-chain innovation—plus plenty of practical insight into the real stories behind the tech. Disclaimer: Nothing in this episode is financial or investment advice (NFA). Always DYOR (Do Your Own Research) and consult licensed professionals before making any decisions.