Hashing It Out

Are you curious about fractional ownership and the tokenization of real-world assets? In this episode, Elisha Owusu Akyaw (GhCryptoGuy) interviews Micah Yeackley, co-founder of Kula DAO — a project tokenizing a diverse collection of real-world assets on the blockchain — about the prospects of the RWA sector in the Web3 space and what it means for developing markets who are regularly the source of the resources. Yeackley also highlights Kula DAO’s attempt to combine Web2 and Web3 governance to create a hybrid system of decision-making, which he explains ensures a balance between the project’s vision and community ownership. The episode also highlights other major topics like regulations and what real-world assets on the blockchain mean for retail and institutional investors. Follow Cointelegraph on Twitter: @Cointelegraph Follow the host on Twitter: @ghcryptoguy, or connect with him on LinkedIn: Elisha (GhCryptoGuy) Cointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.com The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

Hashing It Out host Elisha Owusu Akyaw welcomes John Mullin, the CEO of Mantra Chain, for a deep dive into real-world asset (RWA) tokenization. This episode breaks down the hype, explores the true potential for investors and discusses the challenges faced by the emerging technology. Mullin explains what tokenization means for Web3 adoption and its potential to increase institutional investments, as well as highlighting the state of regulations in the RWA space and what that means for Web3 projects. Follow Cointelegraph on X (Twitter): @Cointelegraph Follow the host on X (Twitter): @ghcryptoguy, or connect with him on LinkedIn: Elisha (GhCryptoGuy) Cointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.com The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of its participants alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned. Follow Cointelegraph on Twitter: @Cointelegraph Follow the host on Twitter: @ghcryptoguy, or connect with him on LinkedIn: Elisha (GhCryptoGuy) Cointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.com The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

A week after experiencing an internet blackout in his country, Hashing It Out host Elisha Owusu Akyaw looks for answers on how blockchain technology can create a more sovereign internet in an interview with the co-founder of XYO Network, Arie Trouw. The episode also covers data sovereignty and the importance of privacy in the ever-evolving internet landscape. The conversation between Owusu Akyaw and Trouw explores new issues never discussed on the podcast, like elections and fake news and how blockchain tech could be used to verify the authenticity of information on social media. Follow Cointelegraph on Twitter: @Cointelegraph Follow the host on Twitter: @ghcryptoguy, or connect with him on LinkedIn: Elisha (GhCryptoGuy) Cointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.com The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

Sustainability is one of the leading issues of the 21st century, and blockchain technology is one of its most significant inventions. Is there a way to leverage blockchain technology in pursuit of sustainability goals? Jake Campton, communications lead and community advocate at Vechain, breaks this down in episode 51 of Cointelegraph’s Hashing It Out podcast with Elisha Owusu Akyaw. Campton explains how utilizing a Web3 incentive model could guide people toward a more sustainable way of life and highlights the challenges of bringing the two worlds together. Follow Cointelegraph on Twitter: @Cointelegraph Follow the host on Twitter: @ghcryptoguy, or connect with him on LinkedIn: Elisha (GhCryptoGuy) Cointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.com The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

Episode 50 of Cointelegraph’s Hashing It Out podcast is here! In this episode, host Elisha Owusu Akyaw speaks to Sonali Giovino, global head of ecosystems at De.Fi, about the decentralized finance ecosystem. As the crypto space sees the signs of a potential bull run, Giovino breaks down the power of DeFi, the problems associated with the sector, and how they could impact mass adoption in the coming years. Follow Cointelegraph on Twitter: @Cointelegraph Follow the host on Twitter: @ghcryptoguy, or connect with him on LinkedIn: Elisha (GhCryptoGuy) Cointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.com The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

In episode 49 of Cointelegraph’s Hashing It Out podcast, host Elisha Owusu Akyaw and guest Antoni Zolciak, co-founder of Aleph Zero, delve into the complex world of privacy in the Web3 ecosystem, with a particular focus on privacy-centric projects. Zolciak, who is deeply entrenched in the evolution of privacy protocols, highlights the challenges and advancements in maintaining privacy in an increasingly digital age. The episode also spotlights privacy’s philosophical and technical underpinnings and discusses its implications for individuals and institutions. Follow Cointelegraph on Twitter: @Cointelegraph Follow the host on Twitter: @ghcryptoguy, or connect with him on LinkedIn: Elisha (GhCryptoGuy) Cointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.com The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

In episode 48 of Cointelegraph’s Hashing It Out podcast, Polygon co-founder Brendan Farmer joins Elisha Owusu Akyaw to discuss the state of layer-2 networks, Polygon’s multiple releases in the last six months, including its aggregation layer, or AggLayer, and its newly introduced “Type 1 prover.” Follow Cointelegraph on Twitter: @Cointelegraph Follow the host on Twitter: @ghcryptoguy, or connect with him on LinkedIn: Elisha (GhCryptoGuy) Cointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.com The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

Bitcoin finance, a new movement that seeks to bring decentralized finance (DeFi) to the Bitcoin network, is taking off with the popularity of Ordinals and BRC-20. In Episode 47, Jeff, founder of Merlin Chain — a native Bitcoin layer-2 network — explains how the BTCFi movement is evolving from BRC-20 to BRC-420, the issues layer-2 networks and Bitcoin face, and why the rise of building utility on the network is bullish for the entire ecosystem. Follow Cointelegraph on Twitter: @Cointelegraph Follow the host on Twitter: @ghcryptoguy, or connect with him on LinkedIn: Elisha (GhCryptoGuy) Cointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.com The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

From being a degen buying blue-chip NFTs to co-founding a SocialFi ecosystem, Ray Chan has an interesting story to tell. In Episode 46, the CEO of Memeland — a Web3 venture studio created by 9Gag, a popular Hong Kong-based, meme-centric entertainment website launched in 2008 — explains why the Web2 company is building for Web3, the importance of decentralized social media and how SocialFi may be the leading catalyst for Web3 development. Chan also shares his experience buying big-name NFTs at the peak of the bull run and joining some of the most exclusive crypto communities. Follow Cointelegraph on Twitter: @Cointelegraph Follow the host on Twitter: @ghcryptoguy, or connect with him on LinkedIn: Elisha (GhCryptoGuy) Cointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.com The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

With 2024 now here, Hashing It Out is focusing on narratives tipped to be at the heart of the cryptocurrency conversation this year. In Episode 45, Rich Rines, an initial contributor to Core DAO — a layer-1 blockchain network that can accommodate EVM-compatible DApps on top of Bitcoin’s governance — explains how BRC-20 and the movement to build utility and financial applications on top of the Bitcoin network (BTCFi) could take off in 2024. Rines explains why there is a place for BRC-20 in the Bitcoin ecosystem despite ideological debates and technical criticisms. He also breaks down how BRC-20/BTCFi can build a sustainable economic environment on Bitcoin with lessons from DeFi implementations on Ethereum and other layer-1 networks. Follow Cointelegraph on Twitter: @Cointelegraph Follow the host on Twitter: @ghcryptoguy, or connect with him on LinkedIn: Elisha (GhCryptoGuy) Cointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.com The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

With 2024 now here, Hashing It Out is focusing on narratives tipped to be at the heart of the cryptocurrency conversation this year. In Episode 44, Larisa Barbu, COO of Exchange Art — a fine art marketplace on Solana that recently integrated with Ethereum — breaks down Solana’s exponential growth in late 2023 despite a slow start and the potential for that to continue in 2024. Barbu explains how resilient the Solana ecosystem is and outlines the increase in activity on the layer-1 network beyond price action and speculation. Follow Cointelegraph on Twitter: @Cointelegraph Follow the host on Twitter: @ghcryptoguy, or connect with him on LinkedIn: Elisha (GhCryptoGuy) Cointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.com The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

With 2024 now here, Hashing It Out is focusing on narratives tipped to be at the heart of the cryptocurrency conversation this year. In Episode 43, Kena Amoah, CEO of MITA — a project building applications that combine metaverse, gaming, and Web3 technology in Africa — explains how GameFi has evolved in the last few years and why it may lead the next wave of Web3 adoption. Amoah walks through the biggest GameFi trends of 2023 and highlights trends that will continue in 2024, as well as problems that need to be fixed in the sector. Follow Cointelegraph on Twitter: @Cointelegraph Follow the host on Twitter: @ghcryptoguy, or connect with him on LinkedIn: Elisha (GhCryptoGuy) Cointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.com The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

In the rapidly evolving world of cryptocurrencies, wallet security has become essential to the average user’s journey. From major hacks that use lookalike websites to hacks that have taken advantage of wallet connect software for DeFi apps, the risks associated with actively being involved in the cryptocurrency space continue to increase. In Episode 42, Kevin Larson, chief technology officer of WalletChat, explains how users and platforms can ensure better wallet security. Larson has 10 years of software developer experience and 10 years as a penetration tester probing traditional Web2 security. He has also worked on understanding how Web2 security crosses over to Web3. Follow Cointelegraph on Twitter: @Cointelegraph Follow the host on Twitter: @ghcryptoguy, or connect with him on LinkedIn: Elisha (GhCryptoGuy) Cointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.com The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

As 2024 draws near, Hashing It Out is focusing on narratives tipped to be at the heart of the cryptocurrency conversation in the new year. In Episode 41, Mark Smargon, CEO of Fuse — a public blockchain ecosystem for Web3 payments — explains how layer-2 networks have become the center of attention in the cryptocurrency space. Smargon highlights how far layer 2s have come and the role they play in adoption and the increase in general activity while forecasting trends in the sector, such as a bigger focus on ZK technology. Follow Cointelegraph on X (Twitter): @Cointelegraph Follow the host on X (Twitter): @ghcryptoguy, or connect with him on LinkedIn: Elisha (GhCryptoGuy) Cointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.com The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned. Follow Cointelegraph on Twitter: @Cointelegraph Follow the host on Twitter: @ghcryptoguy, or connect with him on LinkedIn: Elisha (GhCryptoGuy) Cointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.com The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

As 2024 draws near, Hashing It Out is focusing on narratives tipped to be at the heart of the cryptocurrency conversation in the new year. In Episode 40, Ethan Sun, CEO of MyShell — an open ecosystem for AI-native apps — explains how Web3 and AI can co-exist moving forward and how both industries will integrate with each other. Ethan highlights how Web3 and AI integrations can change the creator economy while defending why both industries can grow without hurting the other. Follow Cointelegraph on Twitter: @Cointelegraph Follow the host on Twitter: @ghcryptoguy, or connect with him on LinkedIn: Elisha (GhCryptoGuy) Cointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.com The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

Episode 39 of Hashing It Out features an interview with Harsh Rajat, founder and project lead of Push Protocol, who talks about the Ethereum ecosystem and the future of on-chain chat apps. In the episode, Rajat explains why Web3 messaging apps will lead the next wave of crypto adoption, and the need for Web3 communities to pivot from Web2 tools and become fully on-chain. Follow Cointelegraph on Twitter: @Cointelegraph Follow the host on Twitter: @ghcryptoguy, or connect with him on LinkedIn: Elisha (GhCryptoGuy) Cointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.com The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

As rumors grow that a Bitcoin ETF will be approved in the U.S., exchange-traded funds remain one of the hottest topics heading into the new year. In Episode 38 of Cointelegraph’s Hashing It Out, Elisha Owusu Akyaw talks to Joel Kuck, CEO of Decentralized ETF (D-ETF), about how ETFs work, the potential impact of spot Bitcoin ETFs on the cryptocurrency industry and the idea of decentralized ETFs. Follow Cointelegraph on Twitter: @Cointelegraph Follow the host on Twitter: @ghcryptoguy, or connect with him on LinkedIn: Elisha (GhCryptoGuy) Cointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.com The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

As decentralized finance grows in popularity, many wonder what the future holds for traditional finance (TradFi). In episode 37 of Cointelegraph’s Hashing It Out, Elisha Owusu Akyaw talks to Sarah Clark, CEO of E-Gates, about how TradFi plans to compete and collaborate with the Web3 space and what that means for global payments moving forward. The episode also highlights issues around Web3 payments, such as regulatory compliance, fraud prevention and customer trust. Follow Cointelegraph on Twitter: @Cointelegraph Follow the host on Twitter: @ghcryptoguy, or connect with him on LinkedIn: Elisha (GhCryptoGuy) Cointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.com The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned. Follow Cointelegraph on Twitter: @Cointelegraph Follow the host on Twitter: @ghcryptoguy, or connect with him on LinkedIn: Elisha (GhCryptoGuy) Cointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.com The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

As the race between Ethereum layer-2 networks heats up, users are left with questions about each network’s unique nature, use cases and plan for attracting more users to Web3. In Episode 36 of Hashing It Out, Elisha Owusu Akyaw (GhCryptoGuy) speaks with Cartesi co-founders Colin Steil and Erick de Moura about app-specific rollup protocols. Follow Cointelegraph on Twitter: @Cointelegraph Follow the host on Twitter: @ghcryptoguy, or connect with him on LinkedIn: Elisha (GhCryptoGuy) Cointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.com The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned. Follow Cointelegraph on Twitter: @Cointelegraph Follow the host on Twitter: @ghcryptoguy, or connect with him on LinkedIn: Elisha (GhCryptoGuy) Cointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.com The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

The tokenization of real-world assets is tipped as a major use case of blockchain technology that could drive Web3 adoption. In episode 35 of Hashing It Out, host Elisha Owusu Akyaw interviews Sanjay Raghavan, vice president of Web3 Initiatives at Roofstock onChain, about tokenized real estate on the blockchain and how digital real estate investing interacts with the nonfungible tokens market and the decentralized finance landscape. Raghavan answers questions about fractional NFTs, regulations and risks related to Web3 real estate platforms. Follow Cointelegraph on Twitter: @Cointelegraph Follow the host on Twitter: @ghcryptoguy, or connect with him on LinkedIn: Elisha (GhCryptoGuy) Cointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.com The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned. Follow Cointelegraph on Twitter: @Cointelegraph Follow the host on Twitter: @ghcryptoguy, or connect with him on LinkedIn: Elisha (GhCryptoGuy) Cointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.com The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.